Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Species:
tetrandra
ID:
506228

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. , Nachtr. 1: 148 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505560

Common Names

  • Strombosiopsis tetrandra
  • Four-stamened Strombosiopsis
  • Four-stamened Strombosiopsis

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Synonyms

  • Strombosiopsis congolensis De Wild. & T.Durand [unknown]

Description

Strombosiopsis tetrandra (also called Four-petaled Strombosiopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Olacaceae. It is native to tropical Asia, from India and Sri Lanka to China, Japan, and Indonesia. It is a small shrub, growing in open forests, scrub, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Strombosiopsis tetrandra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Strombosiopsis tetrandra has a white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and thin with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strombosiopsis tetrandra is a tropical evergreen tree that can be cultivated in warm climates. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Strombosiopsis tetrandra

Strombosiopsis tetrandra can be found in tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Strombosiopsis tetrandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strombosiopsis tetrandra?

Strombosiopsis tetrandra

What is the common name of Strombosiopsis tetrandra?

Four-petalled Strombosiopsis

What is the natural habitat of Strombosiopsis tetrandra?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas

Species in the Olacaceae family

Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera, Aptandra caudata, Aptandra liriosmoides, Aptandra tubicina, Aptandra zenkeri, Brachynema axillare, Brachynema ramiflorum, Cathedra acuminata, Cathedra bahiensis, Cathedra grandiflora, Cathedra paraensis, Cathedra rubricaulis, Chaunochiton angustifolium, Chaunochiton kappleri, Chaunochiton loranthoides, Coula edulis, Curupira tefeensis, Diogoa retivenia, Diogoa zenkeri, Douradoa consimilis, Engomegoma gordonii, Erythropalum scandens, Harmandia mekongensis, Heisteria acuminata, Heisteria amazonica, Heisteria asplundii, Heisteria barbata, Heisteria blanchetiana, Heisteria citrifolia, Heisteria coccinea, Heisteria concinna, Heisteria costaricensis, Heisteria cyathiformis, Heisteria densifrons, Heisteria duckei, Heisteria insculpta,

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