Status:
valid
Authors:
Joy Thomps.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Telopea 1: 161 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458002
Common Names
- Common Spider Flower
- Common Tear Drops
- Pink Bells
Description
Tetratheca paucifolia (also called Few-leaved Tetratheca, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Elaeocarpaceae family. It is native to Australia and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall and has small, glossy, few-leaved leaves. The flowers are small and pink, and the fruit is a small, black berry.
Uses & Benefits
Tetratheca paucifolia is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antifungal properties, and is also used to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, insomnia, and anxiety.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tetratheca parvifolia has small, white, star-shaped flowers with four petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tetratheca paucifolia is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The plant should be grown in full sun to partial shade and watered regularly to keep the soil moist. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Tetratheca paucifolia
Tetratheca paucifolia is native to Australia.
Tetratheca paucifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetratheca paucifolia?
Tetratheca paucifolia
What is the common name of Tetratheca paucifolia?
Few-Leaved Pink-Bell
What is the natural habitat of Tetratheca paucifolia?
Dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands
Species in the Tetratheca genus
Tetratheca neglecta,
Tetratheca pilosa,
Tetratheca pilifera,
Tetratheca paynterae,
Tetratheca paucifolia,
Tetratheca parvifolia,
Tetratheca labillardierei,
Tetratheca juncea,
Tetratheca insularis,
Tetratheca hispidissima,
Tetratheca hirsuta,
Tetratheca nuda,
Tetratheca pubescens,
Tetratheca harperi,
Tetratheca halmaturina,
Tetratheca gunnii,
Tetratheca efoliata,
Tetratheca deltoidea,
Tetratheca decora,
Tetratheca confertifolia,
Tetratheca ericifolia,
Tetratheca ciliata,
Tetratheca setigera,
Tetratheca rupicola,
Tetratheca richardsiana,
Tetratheca retrorsa,
Tetratheca remota,
Tetratheca procumbens,
Tetratheca bauerifolia,
Tetratheca aphylla,
Tetratheca affinis,
Tetratheca chapmanii,
Tetratheca fordiana,
Tetratheca glandulosa,
Tetratheca filiformis,
Tetratheca fasciculata,
Tetratheca subaphylla,
Tetratheca stenocarpa,
Tetratheca similis,
Tetratheca shiressii,
Tetratheca thymifolia,
Tetratheca virgata,
Tetratheca rubioides,
Tetratheca angulata,
Tetratheca applanata,
Tetratheca erubescens,
Tetratheca exasperata,
Tetratheca nephelioides,
Tetratheca phoenix,
Tetratheca pilata,
Species in the Elaeocarpaceae family
Aceratium archboldianum,
Aceratium brassii,
Aceratium calomala,
Aceratium concinnum,
Aceratium dasyphyllum,
Aceratium doggrellii,
Aceratium ferrugineum,
Aceratium hypoleucum,
Aceratium ledermannii,
Aceratium megalospermum,
Aceratium muellerianum,
Aceratium oppositifolium,
Aceratium pachypetalum,
Aceratium parvifolium,
Aceratium pittosporoides,
Aceratium sericeum,
Aceratium sericoleopsis,
Aceratium sinuatum,
Aceratium sphaerocarpum,
Aceratium tomentosum,
Aristotelia australasica,
Aristotelia chilensis,
Aristotelia colensoi,
Aristotelia fruticosa,
Aristotelia peduncularis,
Aristotelia serrata,
Crinodendron brasiliense,
Crinodendron hookerianum,
Crinodendron patagua,
Crinodendron tucumanum,
Dubouzetia acuminata,
Dubouzetia australiensis,
Dubouzetia campanulata,
Dubouzetia caudiculata,
Dubouzetia confusa,
Dubouzetia dentata,
Dubouzetia elegans,
Dubouzetia galorei,
Dubouzetia guillauminii,
Dubouzetia kairoi,
Dubouzetia saxatilis,
Elaeocarpus glandulosus,
Elaeocarpus tremulus,
Elaeocarpus sedentarius,
Elaeocarpus acmocarpus,
Elaeocarpus acmosepalus,
Elaeocarpus acrantherus,
Elaeocarpus acronodia,
Elaeocarpus acuminatus,
Elaeocarpus adenopus,