Byrsophyllum tetrandrum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tetrandrum
ID:
699164
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1874
Citation Micro:
Fl. Sylv. S. India , Forester's Man. Bot.: cxxxiv (1874)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000698497
Common Names
- Tetrandrum Byrsophyllum
- Byrsophyllum tetrandrum
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- Gardenia tetrandra Bedd. [valid]
Description
Byrsophyllum tetrandrum (also called Four-petal False Garlic, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a basal rosette of oblong-lanceolate leaves and a stem with a few branches, each bearing a single, small, white flower. It typically grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Byrsophyllum tetrandrum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments including fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Byrsophyllum tetrandrum has star-shaped flowers that are usually white or pale pink in color. The flowers have five petals and are clustered together in a head. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are usually dark green with a white stripe down the center.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Byrsophyllum tetrandrum can be propagated by seed or division. Plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Dig up the clumps and divide them into smaller pieces, then replant them in the desired location.
Where to Find Byrsophyllum tetrandrum
Byrsophyllum tetrandrum can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Byrsophyllum tetrandrum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Byrsophyllum tetrandrum?
Byrsophyllum tetrandrum
What is the common name of Byrsophyllum tetrandrum?
Four-petal leaf
Where does Byrsophyllum tetrandrum grow?
Byrsophyllum tetrandrum is found in the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Species in the Byrsophyllum genus
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-28214: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.