Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
tetramerum
ID:
869329

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
wcs

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 3: 380 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000868664



Common Names

  • Fiddlewood
  • Citharexylum
  • Tetramerum


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Description

Citharexylum tetramerum (also called 'Four-petaled Fiddlewood', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry, rocky, and disturbed areas, and has small, fragrant white flowers and dark green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Citharexylum tetramerum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and malaria. It is also used as a food source and forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Citharexylum tetramerum are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Citharexylum tetramerum is a shrub or small tree that is native to Central and South America. It is a drought-tolerant species and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is best grown in areas with hot summers and mild winters. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and to water them regularly. Once established, it requires minimal care.

Where to Find Citharexylum tetramerum

Citharexylum tetramerum can be found in the Caribbean, from Cuba to Jamaica.

Citharexylum tetramerum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citharexylum tetramerum?

Citharexylum tetramerum

What type of plant is Citharexylum tetramerum?

Shrub

Where is Citharexylum tetramerum found?

Central America

Species in the Citharexylum genus

Citharexylum danirae, Citharexylum affine, Citharexylum alainii, Citharexylum altamiranum, Citharexylum andinum, Citharexylum berlandieri, Citharexylum bourgeauanum, Citharexylum brachyanthum, Citharexylum calvum, Citharexylum caudatum, Citharexylum cooperi, Citharexylum costaricense, Citharexylum crassifolium, Citharexylum decorum, Citharexylum dentatum, Citharexylum discolor, Citharexylum donnell-smithii, Citharexylum ekmanii, Citharexylum ellipticum, Citharexylum endlichii, Citharexylum flabellifolium, Citharexylum flexuosum, Citharexylum fulgidum, Citharexylum glabrum, Citharexylum guatemalense, Citharexylum herrerae, Citharexylum hexangulare, Citharexylum hidalgense, Citharexylum hintonii, Citharexylum hirtellum, Citharexylum ilicifolium, Citharexylum jamaicense, Citharexylum joergensenii, Citharexylum karstenii, Citharexylum kerberi, Citharexylum kunthianum, Citharexylum laurifolium, Citharexylum leonis, Citharexylum ligustrifolium, Citharexylum lucidum, Citharexylum lycioides, Citharexylum macradenium, Citharexylum macrochlamys, Citharexylum matheanum, Citharexylum matudae, Citharexylum mexicanum, Citharexylum microphyllum, Citharexylum mocinoi, Citharexylum montanum, Citharexylum montevidense,

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:59548-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].