Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
tetraphylla
ID:
431372

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Mey.) DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 3: 27 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000430704

Common Names

  • Vochysia tetraphylla
  • Tetraphylla Vochysia
  • Vochysia tetraphylla

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Synonyms

  • Vochysia arcuata Garcke [unknown]
  • Cucullaria tetraphylla G.Mey. [unknown]

Description

Vochysia tetraphylla (also called Four-Leaved Vochysia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a single stem with long, narrow, lance-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Vochysia tetraphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Vochysia tetraphylla are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vochysia tetraphylla is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be propagated by division or from seed. It is a fast-growing plant and can reach heights of up to 1.5 m.

Where to Find Vochysia tetraphylla

Vochysia tetraphylla is native to Brazil and can be found in the wild in the states of Amazonas and Pará.

Vochysia tetraphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vochysia tetraphylla?

Vochysia tetraphylla

What is the common name of Vochysia tetraphylla?

Four-Leaf Vochysia

What type of plant is Vochysia tetraphylla?

Tree

Species in the Vochysia genus

Vochysia pacifica, Vochysia saccata, Vochysia penae, Vochysia pauciflora, Vochysia calophylla, Vochysia tucanorum, Vochysia tomentosa, Vochysia splendens, Vochysia rotundifolia, Vochysia vismiifolia, Vochysia jonkeri, Vochysia megalantha, Vochysia martiana, Vochysia mariziana, Vochysia mapuerae, Vochysia magna, Vochysia lopezpalacioi, Vochysia liscanoi, Vochysia lehmannii, Vochysia ledouxii, Vochysia laxiflora, Vochysia venezuelana, Vochysia tillettii, Vochysia surinamensis, Vochysia meridensis, Vochysia jefensis, Vochysia spathiphylla, Vochysia pachyantha, Vochysia ortegae, Vochysia steyermarkiana, Vochysia julianensis, Vochysia catingae, Vochysia cassiquiarensis, Vochysia columbiensis, Vochysia aurantiaca, Vochysia assua, Vochysia artantha, Vochysia apopetala, Vochysia angustifolia, Vochysia allenii, Vochysia pygmaea, Vochysia bautistae, Vochysia hannekesaskiae, Vochysia gigantea, Vochysia gentryi, Vochysia garcia-barrigae, Vochysia expansa, Vochysia elegans, Vochysia duquei, Vochysia rubiginosa,

Species in the Vochysiaceae family

Callisthene dryadum, Callisthene erythroclada, Callisthene fasciculata, Callisthene inundata, Callisthene major, Callisthene microphylla, Callisthene minor, Callisthene mollissima, Erisma arietinum, Erisma bicolor, Erisma blancoa, Erisma bracteosum, Erisma calcaratum, Erisma costatum, Erisma djalma-batistae, Erisma floribundum, Erisma fuscum, Erisma gracile, Erisma japura, Erisma lanceolatum, Erisma laurifolium, Erisma maliforme, Erisma megalophyllum, Erisma micranthum, Erisma nitidum, Erisma niveum, Erisma silvae, Erisma splendens, Erisma tessmannii, Erisma uncinatum, Erisma panamense, Erismadelphus exsul, Erismadelphus sessilis, Korupodendron songweanum, Qualea marioniae, Qualea johannabakkerae, Qualea acuminata, Qualea amapaensis, Qualea amoena, Qualea brasiliana, Qualea brevipedicellata, Qualea calantha, Qualea calophylla, Qualea clavata, Qualea coerulea, Qualea cordata, Qualea cryptantha, Qualea cyanea, Qualea cymulosa, Qualea decorticans,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2471966: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Georg Friedrich Wilhelm Meyer (1782-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Mey.' in the authors string.