Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
humilis
ID:
405207

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 121 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404539

Common Names

  • Humilis Pigeonberry
  • Rivina
  • Pigeonberry

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Synonyms

  • Tithonia humilis (L.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Tithonia humilis humilis [unknown]
  • Tithonia humilis humilis [unknown]
  • Rivina purpurascens Schrader [unknown]
  • Rivina tinctaria Buch.-Ham. ex G.Don [unknown]
  • Rivina vernalis Terán & Berland. [unknown]
  • Rivina laevis L. [unknown]
  • Rivina mexicana Moc. & Sessé ex Moq. [unknown]
  • Rivina paraguayensis D.Parodi [unknown]
  • Rivina glabrata Kunth [unknown]
  • Rivina brasiliensis Nocca [unknown]
  • Rivina herbacea C.Huber [unknown]
  • Rivina bengalensis S.C.Srivast. & T.K.Paul [unknown]
  • Rivina laevis pubescens Griseb. [unknown]
  • Rivina humilis glabra L. [unknown]
  • Solanoides laevis Moench [unknown]
  • Rivina humilis laevis (L.) Millsp. [unknown]
  • Piercea acuminata Raf. [unknown]
  • Piercea glabra Mill. [unknown]
  • Piercea obliquata Raf. [unknown]
  • Piercea tomentosa Mill. [unknown]
  • Rivina aurantiaca Warsz. ex Schenk [unknown]
  • Rivina canescens G.Don ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Rivina gracilis Salisb. [unknown]
  • Rivina humilis orientalis (Moq.) H.Walter [unknown]
  • Rivina humilis plumbaginifolia Moq. [unknown]
  • Rivina humilis puberula (Kunth) Moq. [unknown]
  • Rivina laevis acuminata Moq.in DC. [unknown]
  • Rivina lanceolata Willd. [unknown]
  • Rivina obliquata Raf. [unknown]
  • Rivina orientalis Moq. [unknown]
  • Rivina pallida Salisb. [unknown]
  • Rivina portulaccoides Nutt. [unknown]
  • Rivina procumbens Ruiz ex Moq. [unknown]
  • Rivina puberula Kunth [unknown]
  • Rivina tetrandra Desf. [unknown]
  • Rivina viridiflora Bello [unknown]
  • Rivina viridis Schmidt in Meyer [unknown]
  • Solanoides pubescens Moench [unknown]
  • Solanoides undulata Moench [unknown]
  • Rivina humilis humilis [unknown]

Description

Rivina humilis (also called the Bloodberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, glossy leaves and bright red berries. It is native to North and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rivina humilis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rivina humilis has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spiral pattern. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rivina humilis is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is native to tropical America and is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by division or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Rivina humilis

Rivina humilis is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

Rivina humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rivina humilis?

Rivina humilis

What is the common name of Rivina humilis?

Bloodberry

What is the natural habitat of Rivina humilis?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Rivina genus

References