Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
tetrasticha
ID:
671568

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Ikonn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 10: 140 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670900

Common Names

  • Tetrasticha Eremogone
  • Eremogone Tetrasticha
  • Tetrasticha

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Synonyms

  • Arenaria tetrasticha Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Eremogone tetrasticha (also called Four-Row Eremogone, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 m in height. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Eremogone tetrasticha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also known to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White or pinkish-white, with 4 petals. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Have a single cotyledon and a long taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eremogone tetrasticha is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to part shade. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Eremogone tetrasticha

Eremogone tetrasticha can be found in the Caucasus and Turkey.

Eremogone tetrasticha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eremogone tetrasticha?

Eremogone tetrasticha

What type of habitat does Eremogone tetrasticha prefer?

Eremogone tetrasticha prefers dry, rocky habitats.

What is the flowering season for Eremogone tetrasticha?

Eremogone tetrasticha typically flowers in late spring to early summer.

Species in the Eremogone genus

Eremogone cliftonii, Eremogone aberrans, Eremogone acerosa, Eremogone acicularis, Eremogone aculeata, Eremogone acutisepala, Eremogone androsacea, Eremogone angustisepala, Eremogone armeniaca, Eremogone asiatica, Eremogone biebersteinii, Eremogone blepharophylla, Eremogone brachypetala, Eremogone calcicola, Eremogone capillaris, Eremogone caricifolia, Eremogone cephalotes, Eremogone congesta, Eremogone cucubaloides, Eremogone davisii, Eremogone dianthoides, Eremogone drypidea, Eremogone eastwoodiae, Eremogone fendleri, Eremogone ferganica, Eremogone ferrisiae, Eremogone franklinii, Eremogone glaucescens, Eremogone globuliflora, Eremogone graminea, Eremogone griffithii, Eremogone gypsophiloides, Eremogone holostea, Eremogone hookeri, Eremogone insignis, Eremogone isaurica, Eremogone jakutorum, Eremogone juncea, Eremogone kingii, Eremogone koelzii, Eremogone ladyginae, Eremogone ledebouriana, Eremogone litwinowii, Eremogone longifolia, Eremogone lychnidea, Eremogone macradenia, Eremogone macrantha, Eremogone meyeri, Eremogone mongholica, Eremogone multiflora,

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2792145: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Sergei Sergeevich Ikonnikov (1931-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ikonn.' in the authors string.