Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tetrandra
ID:
342304

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Forst.) A.Rich.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Mém. Rubiac. : 151 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000341636

Common Names

  • Bikkia tetrandra
  • Four-angled Bikkia
  • Four-angled Torch

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Synonyms

  • Portlandia tetrandra L.f. [valid]
  • Portlandia tetrandra G.Forst. [illegitimate]
  • Bikkia australis DC. [illegitimate]
  • Bikkia australis commersoniana DC. [valid]
  • Bikkia comptonii S.Moore [valid]
  • Bikkia forsteriana Brongn. [illegitimate]
  • Bikkia grandiflora Reinw. ex Blume [illegitimate]
  • Bikkia hombroniana Brongn. [valid]
  • Bikkia mariannensis Brongn. [valid]
  • Bikkia tetrandra A.Gray [illegitimate]
  • Bikkiopsis comptonii (S.Moore) Baum.-Bod. [valid]
  • Cormigonus mariannensis W.Wight [valid]
  • Cormigonus tetrandus Kuntze [valid]
  • Hoffmannia amicorum Spreng. [illegitimate]
  • Bikkia australis fosteriana DC. [invalid]

Description

Bikkia tetrandra (also called Chinese Keys, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has a woody stem with four-angled branches. The leaves are ovate-lanceolate, with a pointed tip and serrated margins. It is found in open forests, grasslands, and scrublands, and is commonly cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Bikkia tetrandra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bikkia tetrandra has yellow flowers with white centers, and the seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have short, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bikkia tetrandra is a tropical perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation can be done by division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings. The cuttings should be taken in the spring and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant can also be propagated by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Bikkia tetrandra

Bikkia tetrandra can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Bikkia tetrandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bikkia tetrandra?

Bikkia tetrandra

What are the common names of Bikkia tetrandra?

Tetrandra, Chinese Keys

What is the native range of Bikkia tetrandra?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-22185: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.