Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
graveolens
ID:
8807

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 167 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008136



Common Names

  • Loricaria Graveolens
  • Whiptail Catfish
  • Rough Whiptail Catfish


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Synonyms

  • Baccharis graveolens Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Thyopsis graveolens Wedd. [unknown]

Description

Loricaria graveolens (also called Gravelly Whiptail Catfish, among many other common names) is a species of catfish native to South America. It has a long, slender body with a pointed snout and a forked caudal fin. It inhabits fast-flowing rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Loricaria graveolens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Loricaria graveolens has small white flowers that are clustered together in a head-like shape. The seeds are small and black with a smooth texture. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loricaria graveolens is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, it should be sown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. When grown from cuttings, it should be taken from a healthy plant and planted in a pot filled with moist soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted and established themselves.

Where to Find Loricaria graveolens

Loricaria graveolens is native to South America and can be found in wet, tropical forests.

Loricaria graveolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loricaria graveolens?

Loricaria graveolens

What is the common name of Loricaria graveolens?

Fragrant Catfish

Where is Loricaria graveolens found?

It is found in South America

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,

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