Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kunth) Sandwith
Source:
iplants
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Lilloa 3: 462 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779586
Common Names
- Stizophyllum riparium
- Riparian Stizophyllum
- Riparian-growing Stizophyllum
Description
Stizophyllum riparium (also called Riverbank Stizophyllum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to India and is found in deciduous forests. The leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate in shape with entire margins. The flowers are white and fragrant, and the fruits are small, round, and woody.
Uses & Benefits
Stizophyllum riparium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stizophyllum riparium is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stizophyllum riparium is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Pruning is recommended to keep the shrub in shape and to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Stizophyllum riparium
Stizophyllum riparium is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Stizophyllum riparium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stizophyllum riparium?
Stizophyllum riparium
What type of plant is Stizophyllum riparium?
Tree
What is the natural habitat of Stizophyllum riparium?
Dry deciduous forests
Species in the Stizophyllum genus
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum,
Adenocalymma pseudopatulum,
Adenocalymma acutissimum,
Adenocalymma apparicianum,
Adenocalymma apurense,
Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum,
Adenocalymma bracteatum,
Adenocalymma bracteolatum,
Adenocalymma bullatum,
Adenocalymma calderonii,
Adenocalymma chocoense,
Adenocalymma coriaceum,
Adenocalymma cymbalum,
Adenocalymma dichilum,
Adenocalymma divaricatum,
Adenocalymma dugandii,
Adenocalymma dusenii,
Adenocalymma flavum,
Adenocalymma fruticosum,
Adenocalymma gracielzae,
Adenocalymma hatschbachii,
Adenocalymma heterophyllum,
Adenocalymma hirtum,
Adenocalymma hypostictum,
Adenocalymma impressum,
Adenocalymma inundatum,
Adenocalymma macrophyllum,
Adenocalymma magdalenense,
Adenocalymma magnificum,
Adenocalymma marginatum,
Adenocalymma nervosum,
Adenocalymma paulistarum,
Adenocalymma prancei,
Adenocalymma salmoneum,
Adenocalymma saulense,
Adenocalymma scabriusculum,
Adenocalymma scansile,
Adenocalymma sousae,
Adenocalymma subincanum,
Adenocalymma subsessilifolium,
Adenocalymma subspicatum,
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx,
Adenocalymma ternatum,
Adenocalymma trifoliatum,
Adenocalymma ubatubense,
Adenocalymma uleanum,
Adenocalymma cladotrichum,
Adenocalymma reticulatum,
Adenocalymma velutinum,
Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:246385-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].