Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 1: 317 (1867)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411023
Common Names
- Tetracme Contorta
- Contorta
- Contorta Tetracme
Synonyms
- Tetraceratium contortum Kuntze [unknown]
- Tetracme recurvata integrifolia Gilli [unknown]
Description
Tetracme contorta (also called 'Contorted Tetracme', among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It typically grows in dry, open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tetracme contorta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tetracme contorta has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tetracme contorta can be propagated by seed or by dividing the rhizomes. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is also tolerant of drought and salt spray.
Where to Find Tetracme contorta
Tetracme contorta is native to India and can be found in moist deciduous forests and grasslands.
Tetracme contorta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetracme contorta?
Tetracme contorta
What is the common name of Tetracme contorta?
Contorted Tetracme
Where is Tetracme contorta native to?
India
Species in the Tetracme genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,