Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
tetramera
ID:
1039312

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Perrier) Callm.

Source:
tro

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Candollea 65: 375 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001038650

Common Names

  • Brackenridgea tetramera
  • Tetramerous Brackenridgea
  • Tetramerous Moss

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Description

Brackenridgea tetramera (also called Tetramerous Brackenridgea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Brackenridgea tetramera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brackenridgea tetramera has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brackenridgea tetramera is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Brackenridgea tetramera

Brackenridgea tetramera can be found in Central America, northern South America, and the Caribbean islands.

Species in the Ochnaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-100362077: Based on the initial data import
Martin Wilhelm Callmander (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Callm.' in the authors string.
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.