Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
tetragonum
ID:
704707

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hanst.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 26: 209, 215, t. 2. f. 49. 1854

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704040

Common Names

  • Glossoloma tetragonum
  • Tetragon Glossoloma
  • Tetragonum Glossoloma

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Synonyms

  • Alloplectus fraternus C.V.Morton [unknown]
  • Alloplectus ichthyoderma hirsutulus C.V.Morton in Standl. [unknown]
  • Alloplectus simulatus C.V.Morton [unknown]
  • Alloplectus tetragonus Hanst. [unknown]
  • Columnea tetragona (Hanst.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Crantzia tetragona Fritsch [unknown]

Description

Glossoloma tetragonum (also called Tetragon 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 tetragonum 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 tetragonum 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 tetragonum 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 tetragonum

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

Glossoloma tetragonum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glossoloma tetragonum?

Glossoloma tetragonum

What is the common name of Glossoloma tetragonum?

Four-sided Glossoloma

What is the natural habitat of Glossoloma tetragonum?

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,

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