Placodiscus riparius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
riparius
ID:
1237239
Status:
valid
Authors:
Keay
Source:
tro
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 26: 194 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001236577
Common Names
- Placodiscus riparius
- Riparius Placodiscus
- Placodiscus
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Placodiscus riparius (also called Riparian Placodiscus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It grows in humid and dry tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Placodiscus riparius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Placodiscus riparius is a yellow-green color. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Placodiscus riparius is an evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 8 feet. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Placodiscus riparius
Placodiscus riparius can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Placodiscus riparius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Placodiscus riparius?
Placodiscus riparius
What is the common name of Placodiscus riparius?
Riparius Placodiscus
What is the natural habitat of Placodiscus riparius?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Placodiscus genus
Placodiscus pynaertii, Placodiscus resendeanus, Placodiscus angustifolius, Placodiscus boya, Placodiscus caudatus, Placodiscus paniculatus, Placodiscus gimbiensis, Placodiscus glandulosus, Placodiscus leptostachys, Placodiscus oblongifolius, Placodiscus bracteosus, Placodiscus caudatus, Placodiscus opacus, Placodiscus angustifolius, Placodiscus pseudostipularis, Placodiscus riparius, Placodiscus turbinatus, Placodiscus splendidus, Placodiscus bancoensis, Placodiscus amaniensis, Placodiscus pedicellatus, Placodiscus attenuatus,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50090296: Based on the initial data import
Ronald William John Keay (1920-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keay' in the authors string.