Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
rivularis
ID:
553546

Status:
valid

Authors:
Buch.-Ham.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nepal. : 211 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552878

Common Names

  • Rivularis Astilbe
  • Astilbe Rivularis
  • Rivularis Astilbe Grass

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Synonyms

  • Rodgersia prillieuxii H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Astilbe indica (Blume) Backer [unknown]
  • Astilbe speciosa Jungh. [unknown]
  • Cunonia indica Blume [unknown]
  • Astilbe rivularis rivularis [unknown]

Description

Astilbe rivularis (also called River Astilbe, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to East Asia. It has lance-shaped leaves and white flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows best in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astilbe rivularis is a popular ornamental plant that is used in flower beds and borders. It is also used as a ground cover and in rock gardens. It has attractive foliage and produces white, pink, or purple flowers in the summer.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Astilbe rivularis var. angustifoliolata H.Hara
Astilbe rivularis var. myriantha (Diels) J.T.Pan

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Astilbe rivularis has small, white flowers that bloom in late spring. Seeds: The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard, outer coating. Seedlings: The seedlings have small, dark green leaves and a short, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astilbe rivularis is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer.

Where to Find Astilbe rivularis

Astilbe rivularis can be found in moist woodlands, moist meadows, and along streambanks in North America and Europe.

Astilbe rivularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astilbe rivularis?

Astilbe rivularis

What is the common name of Astilbe rivularis?

River astilbe

What is the habitat of Astilbe rivularis?

It is found in moist woodlands, along streams, and in wet meadows

Species in the Saxifragaceae family

Astilbe amabilis, Astilbe apoensis, Astilbe biternata, Astilbe crenatiloba, Astilbe formosa, Astilbe glaberrima, Astilbe grandis, Astilbe hachijoensis, Astilbe japonica, Astilbe khasiana, Astilbe longicarpa, Astilbe longipilosa, Astilbe macrocarpa, Astilbe macroflora, Astilbe microphylla, Astilbe okuyamae, Astilbe papuana, Astilbe philippinensis, Astilbe photeinophylla, Astilbe platyphylla, Astilbe rivularis, Astilbe rubra, Astilbe shikokiana, Astilbe simplicifolia, Astilbe thunbergii, Astilbe tsushimensis, Astilbe longipedicellata, Astilboides tabularis, Bensoniella oregona, Bergenia ciliata, Bergenia crassifolia, Bergenia emeiensis, Bergenia hissarica, Bergenia pacumbis, Bergenia purpurascens, Bergenia scopulosa, Bergenia stracheyi, Bergenia tianquanensis, Bergenia ugamica, Bolandra californica, Bolandra oregana, Boykinia aconitifolia, Boykinia intermedia, Boykinia lycoctonifolia, Boykinia major, Boykinia occidentalis, Boykinia richardsonii, Boykinia rotundifolia, Boykinia richardsonii, Boykinia cincinnata,

References