Status:
valid
Authors:
Pedersen
Source:
cmp
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia Sér. 4, 12(1): 94. 1990
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733407
Common Names
- Quaternella confusa
- Confusa Quaternella
- Confusa
Description
Quaternella confusa (also called Confused Quaternella, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous perennial native to South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and grows up to 40 cm tall. Its flowers are bell-shaped and pink or white in color. It is found in temperate grasslands and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Quaternella confusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Quaternella confusa are white, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Quaternella confusa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa, and is hardy to USDA zones 10-11. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Quaternella confusa
Quaternella confusa can be found in the temperate and subtropical regions of South America.
Quaternella confusa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Quaternella confusa?
Quaternella confusa
What is the common name of Quaternella confusa?
Confused Quaternella
What is the natural habitat of Quaternella confusa?
It is native to Central America
Species in the Quaternella genus
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens,
Achyranthes aspera,
Achyranthes bidentata,
Achyranthes diandra,
Achyranthes fasciculata,
Achyranthes mangarevica,
Achyranthes marchionica,
Achyranthes margaretarum,
Achyranthes mutica,
Achyranthes splendens,
Achyranthes talbotii,
Achyranthes shahii,
Achyropsis avicularis,
Achyropsis filifolia,
Achyropsis fruticulosa,
Achyropsis gracilis,
Achyropsis laniceps,
Achyropsis leptostachya,
Acroglochin obtusifolia,
Acroglochin persicarioides,
Aerva artemisioides,
Aerva caudata,
Aerva congesta,
Aerva coriacea,
Aerva edulis,
Aerva glabrata,
Aerva humbertii,
Aerva javanica,
Aerva lanata,
Aerva leucura,
Aerva madagassica,
Aerva microphylla,
Aerva monsonia,
Aerva radicans,
Aerva revoluta,
Aerva sanguinolenta,
Aerva timorensis,
Aerva triangularifolia,
Aerva villosa,
Aerva wightii,
Agathophora alopecuroides,
Agriophyllum lateriflorum,
Agriophyllum latifolium,
Agriophyllum minus,
Agriophyllum montasirii,
Agriophyllum paletzkianum,
Agriophyllum squarrosum,
Allenrolfea occidentalis,
Allenrolfea patagonica,
Allenrolfea vaginata,