Status:
valid
Authors:
Vell.
Source:
tro
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Fl. Flumin. 9: t. 91 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001267957
Common Names
- Passiflora Tetraden
- Tetraden Passiflora
- Tetraden
Description
Passiflora tetraden (also called Tetraden Passionflower, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Passifloraceae. It is a vine that grows up to 10 m tall and is native to the Neotropical ecozone of Central and South America. It is found in moist, lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Passiflora tetraden is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Passiflora tetraden is white and has four petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Passiflora tetraden is a perennial vine native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants in late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be placed in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until they take root.
Where to Find Passiflora tetraden
Passiflora tetraden is native to South America, particularly in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Passiflora tetraden FAQ
What is the scientific name of Passiflora tetraden?
Passiflora tetraden
What is the family of Passiflora tetraden?
Passifloraceae
What is the common name of Passiflora tetraden?
Four-stamen Passionflower
Species in the Passiflora genus
Passiflora ciliata,
Passiflora cincinnata,
Passiflora cirrhiflora,
Passiflora chrysophylla,
Passiflora citrina,
Passiflora cuneata,
Passiflora coccinea,
Passiflora condorita,
Passiflora bracteosa,
Passiflora biflora,
Passiflora bogotensis,
Passiflora bicornis,
Passiflora bicuspidata,
Passiflora carnosisepala,
Passiflora capparidifolia,
Passiflora capsularis,
Passiflora cardonae,
Passiflora catharinensis,
Passiflora cauliflora,
Passiflora brevifila,
Passiflora caerulea,
Passiflora cuspidifolia,
Passiflora foetida,
Passiflora garckei,
Passiflora fuchsiiflora,
Passiflora gleasonii,
Passiflora glandulosa,
Passiflora gracilis,
Passiflora tica,
Passiflora tiliifolia,
Passiflora eglandulosa,
Passiflora edmundoi,
Passiflora edulis,
Passiflora cyanea,
Passiflora danielii,
Passiflora farneyi,
Passiflora filipes,
Passiflora ernestii,
Passiflora allantophylla,
Passiflora alnifolia,
Passiflora alata,
Passiflora andreana,
Passiflora apetala,
Passiflora araguensis,
Passiflora acuminata,
Passiflora adenopoda,
Passiflora ambigua,
Passiflora amethystina,
Passiflora amicorum,
Passiflora auriculata,
Species in the Passifloraceae family
Adenia kigogoensis,
Adenia litoralis,
Adenia mcdadeana,
Adenia metamorpha,
Adenia stylosa,
Adenia aculeata,
Adenia acuta,
Adenia adenifera,
Adenia antongilliana,
Adenia ballyi,
Adenia banaensis,
Adenia bequaertii,
Adenia boivinii,
Adenia cardiophylla,
Adenia cissampeloides,
Adenia cladosepala,
Adenia cordifolia,
Adenia cordifolia,
Adenia crassa,
Adenia cynanchifolia,
Adenia densiflora,
Adenia digitata,
Adenia dinklagei,
Adenia dolichosiphon,
Adenia ecirrosa,
Adenia elegans,
Adenia ellenbeckii,
Adenia epigea,
Adenia erecta,
Adenia fasciculata,
Adenia fernandesiana,
Adenia firingalavensis,
Adenia fruticosa,
Adenia gedoensis,
Adenia glauca,
Adenia globosa,
Adenia globosa,
Adenia goetzei,
Adenia gracilis,
Adenia guineensis,
Adenia gummifera,
Adenia hastata,
Adenia heterophylla,
Adenia hondala,
Adenia huillensis,
Adenia inermis,
Adenia isaloensis,
Adenia karibaensis,
Adenia keramanthus,
Adenia kinabaluensis,