Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
tetrantha
ID:
509544

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) M.A.Spencer & L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 74: 158 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508876

Common Names

  • Racinaea tetrantha
  • Tetrantha Racinaea
  • Tetrantha's Racinaea

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Description

Racinaea tetrantha (also called Tetrantha, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is an evergreen perennial herb with an erect stem and a dense, globose inflorescence. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is found in montane forests at elevations of 1,500–3,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Racinaea tetrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Racinaea tetrantha var. aurantiaca (Griseb.) M.A.Spencer & L.B.Sm.
Racinaea tetrantha var. caribaea (L.B.Sm.) M.A.Spencer & L.B.Sm.
Racinaea tetrantha var. densiflora (André) M.A.Spencer & L.B.Sm.
Racinaea tetrantha var. miniata (André) M.A.Spencer & L.B.Sm.
Racinaea tetrantha var. ramosior (L.B.Sm.) M.A.Spencer & L.B.Sm.
Racinaea tetrantha var. scarlatina (André) M.A.Spencer & L.B.Sm.
Racinaea tetrantha var. tetrantha

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Racinaea tetrantha has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Racinaea tetrantha can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is hardy to USDA Zone 10.

Where to Find Racinaea tetrantha

Racinaea tetrantha can be found in Central and South America.

Racinaea tetrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Racinaea tetrantha?

Racinaea tetrantha

What type of plant is Racinaea tetrantha?

Tropical epiphyte

Where is Racinaea tetrantha native to?

Central America

Species in the Racinaea genus

Racinaea adpressa, Racinaea aeris-incola, Racinaea almeriae, Racinaea blassii, Racinaea commixa, Racinaea contorta, Racinaea crispa, Racinaea cuspidata, Racinaea dielsii, Racinaea diffusa, Racinaea domingosmartinis, Racinaea elegans, Racinaea fawcettii, Racinaea flexuosa, Racinaea fraseri, Racinaea ghiesbreghtii, Racinaea gilmartiniae, Racinaea hauggiae, Racinaea homostachya, Racinaea inconspicua, Racinaea insularis, Racinaea jenmanii, Racinaea kalliantha, Racinaea laminata, Racinaea lescaillei, Racinaea lymansmithiana, Racinaea membranacifolia, Racinaea michelii, Racinaea monticola, Racinaea multiflora, Racinaea nervibractea, Racinaea pallidoflavens, Racinaea pardina, Racinaea parviflora, Racinaea pectinata, Racinaea pendulispica, Racinaea penlandii, Racinaea pseudotetrantha, Racinaea pugiformis, Racinaea pulchella, Racinaea quadripinnata, Racinaea riocreuxii, Racinaea ropalocarpa, Racinaea rothschuhiana, Racinaea sanctae-martae, Racinaea schumanniana, Racinaea seemannii, Racinaea sinuosa, Racinaea spiculosa, Racinaea steyermarkii,

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
Michael A. Spencer (1956-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Spencer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:970621-1: 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].