Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
riverae
ID:
1344206

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Prance) Sothers & Prance

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 71(4)-58: 14. 2016 [15 Dec 2016] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001356660



Common Names

  • Geobalanus riverae
  • Riverae Geobalanus
  • Riverae False Mango


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Description

Geobalanus riverae (also called River's Geobalanus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Balanaceae. It is found in Central and South America. This species has a small, evergreen tree with leathery, dark green leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and heavily degraded former forest.

Uses & Benefits

Geobalanus riverae is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Geobalanus riverae has white or pink flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geobalanus riverae is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate partial shade, but may require more frequent watering.

Where to Find Geobalanus riverae

Geobalanus riverae can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Geobalanus riverae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geobalanus riverae?

Geobalanus riverae

What is the common name of Geobalanus riverae?

River's Balanus

What is the natural habitat of Geobalanus riverae?

Coastal areas

Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family

Acioa edulis, Acioa guianensis, Acioa schultesii, Acioa somnolens, Acioa longipendula, Acioa dolichopoda, Afrolicania elaeosperma, Angelesia splendens, Angelesia fusicarpa, Angelesia palawanensis, Atuna cordata, Atuna elliptica, Atuna excelsa, Atuna indica, Atuna latifrons, Atuna nannodes, Atuna penangiana, Atuna travancorica, Bafodeya benna, Chrysobalanus cuspidatus, Chrysobalanus icaco, Chrysobalanus prancei, Couepia belemii, Couepia bernardii, Couepia bondarii, Couepia bracteosa, Couepia canomensis, Couepia carautae, Couepia caryophylloides, Couepia cataractae, Couepia chrysocalyx, Couepia cidiana, Couepia coarctata, Couepia comosa, Couepia eriantha, Couepia excelsa, Couepia exflexa, Couepia froesii, Couepia glabra, Couepia grandiflora, Couepia guianensis, Couepia habrantha, Couepia hondurasensis, Couepia impressa, Couepia insignis, Couepia joaquinae, Couepia krukovii, Couepia latifolia, Couepia leitaofilhoi, Couepia longipetiolata,

References

Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.
Cynthia Sothers (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sothers' in the authors string.