Tetradenia fruticosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fruticosa
ID:
322233
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 15: t. 1300 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321565
Common Names
- Tetradenia fruticosa
- Shrubby Tetradenia
- Tetradenia
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- Mentha fruticosa Hils. & Bojer ex Benth. [unknown]
- Tetradenia hildebrandtii Hildebrandt [unknown]
Description
Tetradenia fruticosa (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 fruticosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tetradenia fruticosa 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 fruticosa 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 fruticosa
Tetradenia fruticosa can be found in South Africa.
Tetradenia fruticosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetradenia fruticosa?
Tetradenia fruticosa
What is the common name of Tetradenia fruticosa?
No common name
What type of plant is Tetradenia fruticosa?
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-202362: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.