Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rivularis
ID:
416871

Status:
valid

Authors:
Louis ex Boutique

Source:
cmp

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 21: 101 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000416203



Common Names

  • Rivularis Uvaria
  • Uvaria Rivularis
  • Rivular Uvaria


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Description

Uvaria rivularis (also called Stream Uvaria, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Annonaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 10m tall. It is native to India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and the Philippines. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Uvaria rivularis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a food source and to make a medicinal oil that is used to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Uvaria rivularis has white or yellowish flowers with a five-lobed corolla. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Uvaria rivularis is a tropical plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Uvaria rivularis

Uvaria rivularis can be found in India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Uvaria rivularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Uvaria rivularis?

Uvaria rivularis

Where is Uvaria rivularis found?

Uvaria rivularis is found in tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

What is the growth habit of Uvaria rivularis?

Uvaria rivularis is a shrub or small tree, typically growing to a height of 3-5 m.

Species in the Uvaria genus

Uvaria abdamanica, Uvaria comperei, Uvaria curtisii, Uvaria chinensis, Uvaria concava, Uvaria commersoniana, Uvaria chamae, Uvaria elliptifolia, Uvaria edulis, Uvaria doeringii, Uvaria cuanzensis, Uvaria dac, Uvaria dasychlamys, Uvaria caroli-afzelii, Uvaria angolensis, Uvaria argentea, Uvaria albertisii, Uvaria annickiae, Uvaria alba, Uvaria amplexicaulis, Uvaria baumannii, Uvaria cabindensis, Uvaria busgenii, Uvaria borneensis, Uvaria brazzavillensis, Uvaria brevistipitata, Uvaria timoriensis, Uvaria tortilis, Uvaria thomasii, Uvaria zschokkei, Uvaria zeylanica, Uvaria welwitschii, Uvaria verrucosa, Uvaria versicolor, Uvaria sphenocarpa, Uvaria rivularis, Uvaria poggei, Uvaria pierrei, Uvaria pulchra, Uvaria smithii, Uvaria schizocalyx, Uvaria scabrida, Uvaria schweinfurthii, Uvaria semecarpifolia, Uvaria klaineana, Uvaria johannis, Uvaria hirsuta, Uvaria lobbiana, Uvaria littoralis, Uvaria leptocladon,

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Raymond Boutique (1906-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boutique' in the authors string.
Jean Laurent Prosper Louis (1903-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Louis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:75907-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.