Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rivulare
ID:
1321351

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) G.Sancho

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37(2): 523 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333805



Common Names

  • Rivulare Exostigma
  • Exostigma Rivulare
  • Rivulare Exostigma


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Description

Exostigma rivulare (also called 'River Exostigma', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It is a perennial herb, with stems up to 40 cm tall and leaves up to 8 cm long. The flower heads are yellow and up to 1 cm in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Exostigma rivulare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a border plant in landscaping. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Exostigma rivulare is a white to pale yellow, tubular flower with four petals and four sepals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Exostigma rivulare can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained seed-raising mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted.

Where to Find Exostigma rivulare

Exostigma rivulare is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical rainforest regions of the country.

Exostigma rivulare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Exostigma rivulare?

Exostigma rivulare

What is the common name of Exostigma rivulare?

River Exostigma

Where is Exostigma rivulare native to?

South America

Species in the Exostigma genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.
Gisela Sancho: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Sancho' in the authors string.