Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thujoides
ID:
58361

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000057690



Common Names

  • Loricaria Thujoides
  • Tiger Pleco
  • Tiger Wood Catfish


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Synonyms

  • Loricaria thujoides (Lam.) Hieron. [unknown]
  • Loricaria thujoides thujoides [unknown]
  • Loricaria stenophylla stenophylla [unknown]
  • Baccharis thujoides (Lam.) Pers. [unknown]
  • Conyza thujoides Lam. [unknown]
  • Loricaria thujoides thyrsoidea Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Loricaria thujodes Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Loricaria thujoides (also called Twig Catfish, among many other common names) is a species of fish found in the Amazon Basin. It is a small fish, reaching a maximum length of 6 cm. It is found in slow-moving waters, such as streams, rivers and lakes.

Uses & Benefits

Loricaria thujoides is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and ponds. It is also used as a food source for some species of fish.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Loricaria thujoides is a small, yellow-green, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loricaria thujoides is a perennial plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Loricaria thujoides

Loricaria thujoides is native to South America, particularly Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. It can be found in wetland areas and along riverbanks.

Loricaria thujoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loricaria thujoides?

Loricaria thujoides

What is the common name of Loricaria thujoides?

Thujoides Loricaria

What type of plant is Loricaria thujoides?

Herbaceous perennial

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-156388: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.