Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macbridei
ID:
93646

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 56: 164 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092975



Common Names

  • MacBride's Loricaria
  • MacBride's Whiptail
  • MacBride's Catfish


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Description

Loricaria macbridei (also called MacBride's Catfish, among many other common names) is a freshwater fish native to South America. It has a long, slender body and grows to a length of 4-6 inches. It has a brownish-green coloration and prefers slow-moving waters with plenty of vegetation.

Uses & Benefits

Loricaria macbridei has been used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Loricaria macbridei is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loricaria macbridei is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location in well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in dry, rocky soils. It can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Loricaria macbridei

Loricaria macbridei is native to the Amazon River basin in South America and can be found in slow-moving rivers and streams.

Loricaria macbridei FAQ

What are the common names for Loricaria macbridei?

Loricaria macbridei is commonly known as the MacBride's catfish.

What is the scientific classification of Loricaria macbridei?

Loricaria macbridei belongs to the family Loricariidae and the genus Loricaria.

What is the habitat of Loricaria macbridei?

Loricaria macbridei is found in slow-moving rivers and streams 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-4921: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.