Tetradenia brevispicata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brevispicata
ID:
322228
Status:
valid
Authors:
(N.E.Br.) Codd
Source:
wcs
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 14: 179 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321560
Common Names
- Tetradenia brevispicata
- Short-spiked Tetradenia
- Tetradenia
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- Iboza brevispicata N.E.Br. [unknown]
Description
Tetradenia brevispicata (also called False Sage, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in mountainous regions.
Uses & Benefits
Tetradenia brevispicata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tetradenia brevispicata is white and has a strong scent. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and long.
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Tetradenia brevispicata is a shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and is tolerant of drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Tetradenia brevispicata
Tetradenia brevispicata can be found in South Africa.
Tetradenia brevispicata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetradenia brevispicata?
Tetradenia brevispicata
What is the common name of Tetradenia brevispicata?
No common name
What type of plant is Tetradenia brevispicata?
Shrub
Species in the Tetradenia genus
Tetradenia barberae, Tetradenia brevispicata, Tetradenia clementiana, Tetradenia cordata, Tetradenia falafa, Tetradenia fruticosa, Tetradenia goudotii, Tetradenia herbacea, Tetradenia hildeana, Tetradenia isaloensis, Tetradenia nervosa, Tetradenia riparia, Tetradenia kaokoensis, Tetradenia tuberosa, Tetradenia multiflora, Tetradenia bainesii, Tetradenia galpinii, Tetradenia tanganyikae, Tetradenia urticifolia, Tetradenia discolor,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-202358: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Leslie Edward Wostall Codd (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Codd' in the authors string.