Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
tetrasepala
ID:
1324525

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Koidz.) Christenh.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 125: 29 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336979

Common Names

  • Linnaea Tetrasepala
  • Tetrasepala's Linnaea
  • Tetrasepala Linnaea

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Description

Linnaea tetrasepala (also called four-sepal linnaea, among many other common names) is a shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is native to China and is found in moist deciduous forests. It is also found in secondary forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Linnaea tetrasepala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Linnaea tetrasepala has white, star-shaped flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a short hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linnaea tetrasepala is a fast-growing perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. It can tolerate some drought, but should be watered regularly during the growing season. It can be propagated from seed, which can be sown directly into the soil, or from divisions of the plant, which can be taken from the root ball and planted in a new pot.

Where to Find Linnaea tetrasepala

Linnaea tetrasepala is native to the mountains of western North America. It can be found in dry, rocky areas at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.

Linnaea tetrasepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Linnaea tetrasepala?

Linnaea tetrasepala

What is the common name of Linnaea tetrasepala?

Linnaea

What type of environment does Linnaea tetrasepala prefer?

Moist, temperate areas

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,

References

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Gen-ichi Koidzumi (1883-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koidz.' in the authors string.