Lepisanthes tetraphylla - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tetraphylla
ID:
446938
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 8: 276 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000446270
Common Names
- Tetraphylla Lepisanthes
- Tetraphylla Tree
- Tetraphylla Wood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lepisanthes tetraphylla (also called Tetraphylla Lepisanthes, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of Africa and is found in moist forests, along streams, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lepisanthes tetraphylla is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Lepisanthes tetraphylla var. trichocarpa (Thwaites) Wadhwa & MeijerLepisanthes tetraphylla var. tetraphylla
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lepisanthes tetraphylla are white or pinkish-white, with four petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lepisanthes tetraphylla is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Lepisanthes tetraphylla
Lepisanthes tetraphylla is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Lepisanthes tetraphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepisanthes tetraphylla?
Lepisanthes tetraphylla
What is the common name of Lepisanthes tetraphylla?
Four-leaved lepisanthes
What is the native range of Lepisanthes tetraphylla?
India
Species in the Lepisanthes genus
Lepisanthes falcata, Lepisanthes erecta, Lepisanthes divaricata, Lepisanthes dictyophylla, Lepisanthes membranifolia, Lepisanthes burmanica, Lepisanthes ferruginea, Lepisanthes kinabaluensis, Lepisanthes amoena, Lepisanthes mixta, Lepisanthes banaensis, Lepisanthes aphanococca, Lepisanthes amplifolia, Lepisanthes bengalan, Lepisanthes alata, Lepisanthes andamanica, Lepisanthes ramiflora, Lepisanthes simplicifolia, Lepisanthes senegalensis, Lepisanthes tetraphylla, Lepisanthes multijuga, Lepisanthes unilocularis, Lepisanthes sambiranensis, Lepisanthes perrieri, Lepisanthes chrysotricha, Lepisanthes fruticosa, Lepisanthes browniana, Lepisanthes hainanensis, Lepisanthes basicardia, Lepisanthes rubiginosa, Lepisanthes cauliflora, Lepisanthes oligophylla,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:783533-1: Based on the initial data import