Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
guianensis
ID:
1320348

Status:
valid

Authors:
Westra & Maas

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 12: 13 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332802


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Description

Tetrameranthus guianensis (also called 'Guiana Tetrameranthus', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It has a decumbent habit and grows to a height of about 20 cm. The leaves are linear-lanceolate and the flowers are yellow in color. It grows in dry grasslands, heaths, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tetrameranthus guianensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetrameranthus guianensis has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have opposite leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetrameranthus guianensis is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is best cultivated in a well-draining soil mix, with plenty of organic matter. It should be kept in a bright, sunny spot and watered regularly. Propagation is best done by division of the clumps, or by seed.

Where to Find Tetrameranthus guianensis

Tetrameranthus guianensis can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Tetrameranthus guianensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetrameranthus guianensis?

Tetrameranthus guianensis

What is the common name of Tetrameranthus guianensis?

Guiana Tetrameranthus

What is the natural habitat of Tetrameranthus guianensis?

Forests and scrublands

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Paul Maas (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maas' in the authors string.
Lübbert Ybele Theodoor Westra (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Westra' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77118748-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.