Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
riparium
ID:
239416

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 23: 282 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238748



Common Names

  • Antidesma riparium
  • Riparium Orchid
  • Riverbank Orchid


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Description

Antidesma riparium (also called Riverbank Antidesma, among many other common names) is a shrub species found in Southeast Asia, from India to Thailand. It has long, thin branches and grows in moist forests, along riverbanks and in swamps. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and red fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma riparium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Antidesma riparium sub. riparium
Antidesma riparium sub. ramosum Petra Hoffm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antidesma riparium has yellow-green flowers with a white lip. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma riparium is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Propagation is done by cuttings or by layering.

Where to Find Antidesma riparium

Antidesma riparium is found in tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Antidesma riparium FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Antidesma riparium?

Antidesma riparium prefers temperatures between 50-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the best soil type for Antidesma riparium?

Antidesma riparium prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil with a pH between 5.5-6.5.

How much light does Antidesma riparium need?

Antidesma riparium prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Antidesma genus

Antidesma acidum, Antidesma alexiteria, Antidesma ambiguum, Antidesma annamense, Antidesma baccatum, Antidesma brachybotrys, Antidesma brevipes, Antidesma bunius, Antidesma catanduanense, Antidesma celebicum, Antidesma chalaranthum, Antidesma chonmon, Antidesma cochinchinense, Antidesma comptum, Antidesma concinnum, Antidesma contractum, Antidesma coriaceum, Antidesma costulatum, Antidesma cruciforme, Antidesma curranii, Antidesma cuspidatum, Antidesma dallachyanum, Antidesma digitaliforme, Antidesma eberhardtii, Antidesma edule, Antidesma elassophyllum, Antidesma elbertii, Antidesma erostre, Antidesma excavatum, Antidesma ferrugineum, Antidesma fleuryi, Antidesma forbesii, Antidesma fordii, Antidesma fruticosum, Antidesma fruticulosum, Antidesma ghaesembilla, Antidesma gillespieanum, Antidesma hainanense, Antidesma helferi, Antidesma heterophyllum, Antidesma japonicum, Antidesma jucundum, Antidesma kapuae, Antidesma khasianum, Antidesma kunstleri, Antidesma laciniatum, Antidesma laurifolium, Antidesma leucocladon, Antidesma leucopodum, Antidesma macgregorii,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

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