Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tetrastigma
ID:
613157

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vesque

Source:
cmp

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Epharmosis 3: 7 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612489

Common Names

  • Clusia Tetrastigma
  • Tetrastigma Clusia
  • Four-stigmas Clusia

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Description

Clusia tetrastigma (also called Four-Stamened Clusia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has glossy, leathery leaves and white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Clusia tetrastigma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clusia tetrastigma has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clusia tetrastigma is a tropical shrub or small tree that is native to Central and South America. It is often grown as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and regular watering. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few months.

Where to Find Clusia tetrastigma

Clusia tetrastigma is native to Central and South America and can be found in the wild in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Clusia tetrastigma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clusia tetrastigma?

Clusia tetrastigma

What is the common name of Clusia tetrastigma?

Tetrastigma

What are the characteristics of Clusia tetrastigma?

Clusia tetrastigma is a shrub or small tree with leathery, glossy leaves and small white flowers.

Species in the Clusia genus

Clusia nipensis, Clusia pachamamae, Clusia abbottii, Clusia acuminata, Clusia aemygdioi, Clusia alainii, Clusia alata, Clusia amabilis, Clusia amazonica, Clusia androphora, Clusia angustifolia, Clusia annularis, Clusia araracuarae, Clusia aripoensis, Clusia aristeguietae, Clusia articulata, Clusia asymmetrica, Clusia aymardii, Clusia belizensis, Clusia bernardoi, Clusia bicolor, Clusia botryoidea, Clusia brachycarpa, Clusia brachystyla, Clusia bracteosa, Clusia brittonii, Clusia brongniartiana, Clusia burchellii, Clusia burle-marxii, Clusia caicedoi, Clusia cajamarcensis, Clusia cajambrensis, Clusia calimae, Clusia callosa, Clusia candelabrum, Clusia carachensis, Clusia cardonae, Clusia carinata, Clusia cassinioides, Clusia caudata, Clusia celiae, Clusia centricupula, Clusia cerroana, Clusia chiribiquetensis, Clusia chusqueae, Clusia clarendonensis, Clusia clusioides, Clusia cochlanthera, Clusia cochliformis, Clusia cochlitheca,

Species in the Clusiaceae family

Agasthiyamalaia pauciflora, Allanblackia floribunda, Allanblackia gabonensis, Allanblackia kimbiliensis, Allanblackia kisonghi, Allanblackia marienii, Allanblackia staneriana, Allanblackia stuhlmannii, Allanblackia ulugurensis, Chrysochlamys allenii, Chrysochlamys alterninervia, Chrysochlamys angustifolia, Chrysochlamys balboa, Chrysochlamys bracteolata, Chrysochlamys caribaea, Chrysochlamys colombiana, Chrysochlamys conferta, Chrysochlamys cuneata, Chrysochlamys dependens, Chrysochlamys eclipes, Chrysochlamys floribunda, Chrysochlamys glauca, Chrysochlamys gloriosa, Chrysochlamys goudotii, Chrysochlamys guatemaltecana, Chrysochlamys laxa, Chrysochlamys macrophylla, Chrysochlamys membranacea, Chrysochlamys membrillensis, Chrysochlamys micrantha, Chrysochlamys multiflora, Chrysochlamys myrcioides, Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis, Chrysochlamys pachypoda, Chrysochlamys pauciflora, Chrysochlamys pavonii, Chrysochlamys psychotriifolia, Chrysochlamys silvicola, Chrysochlamys skutchii, Chrysochlamys tenuifolia, Chrysochlamys tenuis, Chrysochlamys ulei, Chrysochlamys weberbaueri, Chrysochlamys chrisharonii, Clusia nipensis, Clusia pachamamae, Clusia abbottii, Clusia acuminata, Clusia aemygdioi, Clusia alainii,

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