Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
riparia
ID:
457164

Status:
valid

Authors:
Troupin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 19: 414 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456496

Common Names

  • Riparia Triclisia
  • Triclisia Riparia
  • Riparia Tree

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Description

Triclisia riparia (also called riparian triclisia, among many other common names) is a species of green algae. It is found in freshwater habitats in tropical and subtropical regions. It is a unicellular organism with an oval shape and a diameter of 2-3 µm. It is found in the form of colonies, which are formed by the fusion of several cells.

Uses & Benefits

Triclisia riparia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and can be used to provide shade and shelter. It can be used as a windbreak and can be used to help reduce erosion. It is also used in timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Triclisia riparia has small, yellow-green flowers that appear in the spring. The seeds are small, brown and winged. The seedlings have a single, upright stem with short, dark green needles.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triclisia riparia is a tropical evergreen tree native to South America. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-12 and prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Triclisia riparia

Triclisia riparia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Triclisia riparia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triclisia riparia?

Triclisia riparia

What is the common name of Triclisia riparia?

Riparian Triclisia

What is the natural range of Triclisia riparia?

West Africa

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

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