Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
tetragonoides
ID:
704706

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mansf.) J.L.Clark

Source:
cmp

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 25: 207 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704039

Common Names

  • Glossoloma tetragonoides
  • Tetragon-like Glossoloma
  • Tetragonoides Glossoloma

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Synonyms

  • Alloplectus tetragonoides Mansf. [unknown]

Description

Glossoloma tetragonoides (also called Tetragonoides Glossoloma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a woody climber with ovate to oblong-lanceolate leaves that are 4-10 cm long and 1.5-4 cm wide. It is native to Central America and South America, where it is found in wet montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Glossoloma tetragonoides has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for the treatment of various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Glossoloma tetragonoides is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped plants.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glossoloma tetragonoides is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Glossoloma tetragonoides

Glossoloma tetragonoides is native to Central America. It is found in tropical rainforests, growing in moist, shady areas.

Glossoloma tetragonoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glossoloma tetragonoides?

Glossoloma tetragonoides

What is the common name of Glossoloma tetragonoides?

Tetragonal Glossoloma

What is the natural habitat of Glossoloma tetragonoides?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2826905: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Mansfeld (1901-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mansf.' in the authors string.
John Littner Clark (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Clark' in the authors string.