Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rivularis
ID:
68023

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19(5): 297 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067352



Common Names

  • Rivularis Shinnersia
  • Rivularis Water-willow
  • Rivularis Willow


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Synonyms

  • Trichocoronis rivularis A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Shinnersia rivularis (also called Streambank ruellia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the south-central United States. It has a shallow, fibrous root system and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are opposite, lanceolate and covered in short hairs. It produces white flowers which are grouped in a dense, globular inflorescence. It grows in moist soils along streams, rivers and other water bodies.

Uses & Benefits

Shinnersia rivularis has been used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Shinnersia rivularis has small yellow flowers with yellow disc florets and yellow ray florets. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of toothed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Shinnersia rivularis is a perennial herb that is native to North America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings can be taken in the summer. It can tolerate some drought but will do best with regular watering.

Where to Find Shinnersia rivularis

Shinnersia rivularis is native to Mexico and can be found in wet areas such as riverbanks and lake shores.

Shinnersia rivularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Shinnersia rivularis?

Shinnersia rivularis

What is the common name of Shinnersia rivularis?

Texas Wild Rice

What type of plant is Shinnersia rivularis?

Annual

Species in the Shinnersia 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-24220: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.