Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
australis
ID:
297406

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 11(2): 17 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296738

Common Names

  • Richeria australis
  • Southern Richeria
  • Southern Richeria-bush

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Description

Richeria australis (also called Australe, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has glossy green leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Richeria australis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a hedge. It is also used to make baskets and other items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Richeria australis has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters at the end of the stems. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Richeria australis is a small, perennial herb that grows in moist, sandy soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil and keep moist. When propagating by division, divide the plant in early spring or late summer and replant in a well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.

Where to Find Richeria australis

Richeria australis is native to tropical America and can be found in moist forests, thickets, and disturbed sites in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Richeria australis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Richeria australis?

Richeria australis

What is the common name of Richeria australis?

Southern Richeria

What is the natural habitat of Richeria australis?

Richeria australis is found in wet forests and swamps in the southeastern United States.

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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