Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
riparia
ID:
322240

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hochst.) Codd

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 14: 181 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321572



Common Names

  • Tetradenia riparia
  • Riparia
  • Tetradenia


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Synonyms

  • Iboza riparia N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Moschosma myriostachya Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Moschosma riparia Hochst. [unknown]
  • Plectranthus riparius Hochst. [unknown]
  • Premna ferruginea A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Basilicum myriostachyum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Basilicum riparium Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gumira ferruginea Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Tetradenia riparia (also called False Sage, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in mountainous regions.

Uses & Benefits

Tetradenia riparia is used as an ornamental plant, as an ingredient in traditional medicine, and to make essential oils. It has a pleasant aroma and is used to repel insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tetradenia riparia is white and has a strong scent. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetradenia riparia is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 6 m tall. It is native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Tetradenia riparia

Tetradenia riparia can be found in South Africa.

Tetradenia riparia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetradenia riparia?

Tetradenia riparia

What is the natural habitat of Tetradenia riparia?

Tetradenia riparia is native to Madagascar.

What is the flowering season of Tetradenia riparia?

Tetradenia riparia typically flowers in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-202369: Based on the initial data import
Christian Ferdinand Friedrich Hochstetter (1787-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochst.' in the authors string.
Leslie Edward Wostall Codd (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Codd' in the authors string.