Wallacea riparia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gleason & A.C.Sm.
Source:
tro
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 2: 155. 1936
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001087210
Common Names
- Wallacea riparia
- Riparian Wallacea
- Riparia Wallacea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Wallacea riparia (also called River Wallacea, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central and South America. It has leathery, dark green leaves and produces white flowers in the summer. It grows in tropical forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Wallacea riparia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as fever, cough, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Wallacea riparia is white and yellow, with six petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, round leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Wallacea riparia is a small shrub native to the African continent. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Wallacea riparia
Wallacea riparia can be found in the tropical forests of Indonesia.
Species in the Wallacea genus
Species in the Ochnaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-22800613: Based on the initial data import
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.