Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tetraphyllum
ID:
1285123

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Fourr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Ann. Soc. Linn. Lyon, n.s., 16: 359 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284461

Common Names

  • Tripodion tetraphyllum
  • Tetraphyllum Tripodion
  • Tetraphyllum Spiderling

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Description

Tripodion tetraphyllum (also called Four-Leafed Tripodion, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 15 cm tall. Its leaves are trifoliate and its flowers are small and white. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and is often used as a medicinal plant.

Uses & Benefits

Tripodion tetraphyllum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tripodion tetraphyllum sub. purpureum (Maire & Wilczek) Dobignard
Tripodion tetraphyllum sub. tetraphyllum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tripodion tetraphyllum is small and white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tripodion tetraphyllum can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Tripodion tetraphyllum

Tripodion tetraphyllum is native to Europe and can be found in the countries of France, Spain, and Portugal.

Tripodion tetraphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tripodion tetraphyllum?

Tripodion tetraphyllum

What is the common name of Tripodion tetraphyllum?

Four-leaved Tripodion

Where is Tripodion tetraphyllum native to?

India

Species in the Tripodion genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

The Plant List version 1.0, record: ild-5222: Originally associated with wfo-0000205968
The Plant List version 1.1, record: ild-5222: Originally associated with wfo-0000205968
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Jules Pierre Fourreau (1844-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fourr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:524172-1: Based on the initial data import