Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rivoriae
ID:
473591

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 18: 210 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472923

Common Names

  • Pilea rivoriae
  • River Pilea
  • Rivor's Pilea

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Synonyms

  • Pilea duchassaingii Urb. [unknown]
  • Pilea ciliaris rivoriae (Wedd.) Wedd. [deprecated]

Description

Pilea rivoriae (also called Rivor's Pilea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. It has white flowers and is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It is found in forests, woodlands, and other shaded habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pilea rivoriae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to treat skin diseases, digestive disorders, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilea rivoriae has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and feathery.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilea rivoriae is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial plant. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in temperatures between 60-75°F (15-24°C).

Where to Find Pilea rivoriae

Pilea rivoriae is native to South America and can be found in humid, tropical forests.

Pilea rivoriae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilea rivoriae?

Pilea rivoriae

What type of plant is Pilea rivoriae?

Tropical perennial

Where is Pilea rivoriae native to?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Pilea genus

Pilea striata, Pilea strigillosa, Pilea stapfiana, Pilea spruceana, Pilea squamulata, Pilea stolonifera, Pilea stellarioides, Pilea stelluligera, Pilea stenoneura, Pilea stenophylla, Pilea thouarsiana, Pilea tatei, Pilea subpubera, Pilea thymoidea, Pilea tippenhaueri, Pilea tetraphylla, Pilea succulenta, Pilea sumideroensis, Pilea suta, Pilea sylvatica, Pilea spathulata, Pilea rufescens, Pilea rugosa, Pilea rugosissima, Pilea scandens, Pilea salentana, Pilea samanensis, Pilea sancti-johannis, Pilea sphenophylla, Pilea rojasiana, Pilea rivularis, Pilea robinsonii, Pilea rufa, Pilea roemeri, Pilea rubiacea, Pilea robusta, Pilea setigera, Pilea sevillensis, Pilea siguaneana, Pilea silvicola, Pilea simplex, Pilea saxicola, Pilea serrulata, Pilea solandri, Pilea schlechteri, Pilea sessilifolia, Pilea selleana, Pilea sessiliflora, Pilea serpyllacea, Pilea torbeciana,

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

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