Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
riparia
ID:
775794

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sandwith

Source:
iplants

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 10: 473 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775127



Common Names

  • Couratari riparia
  • Riverbank Couratari
  • Riparia Couratari


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Description

Couratari riparia (also called Cipó-de-mil-homens, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, typically reaching heights of up to 20 m. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It has a straight trunk and a dense, round crown.

Uses & Benefits

Couratari riparia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used as a hedge or windbreak. The wood is also used for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Couratari riparia has white, fragrant flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Couratari riparia is a tree that 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-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Couratari riparia

Couratari riparia is native to Brazil.

Couratari riparia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Couratari riparia?

Couratari riparia

What is the common name of Couratari riparia?

Riparian Couratari

What is the habitat of Couratari riparia?

It is found in lowland tropical moist forests.

Species in the Lecythidaceae family

Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-313692: Based on the initial data import
Noel Yvri Sandwith (1901-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sandwith' in the authors string.