Status:
valid
Authors:
Hutch. & E.A.Bruce
Source:
ipni
Year:
1941
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1941: 165 (1941)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157464
Common Names
- Cinerea Seddera
- Seddera Cinerea
- Cinerea Seddera Fern
Description
Seddera cinerea (also called 'Ashen Seddera', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous climber with yellow flowers. It is native to Africa and is found in open, disturbed areas. It has a twining stem and ovate leaves with entire margins.
Uses & Benefits
Seddera cinerea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Seddera cinerea is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Seddera cinerea is a perennial, evergreen vine that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, Seddera cinerea requires minimal care and can tolerate a wide range of soil types and climates.
Where to Find Seddera cinerea
Seddera cinerea is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It can be found growing in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in forests.
Seddera cinerea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Seddera cinerea?
Seddera cinerea
What type of plant is Seddera cinerea?
A flowering shrub
Where is Seddera cinerea native to?
Tropical regions of the Americas
Species in the Seddera genus
Seddera bracteata,
Seddera cinerea,
Seddera erlangeriana,
Seddera evolvuloides,
Seddera glomerata,
Seddera hallieri,
Seddera intermedia,
Seddera micrantha,
Seddera pedunculata,
Seddera secundiflora,
Seddera simmonsii,
Seddera hadramautica,
Seddera madagascariensis,
Seddera namibica,
Seddera ogadenensis,
Seddera retusa,
Seddera rhodantha,
Seddera velutina,
Seddera repens,
Seddera virgata,
Seddera capensis,
Seddera suffruticosa,
Seddera schizantha,
Seddera bagshawei,
Seddera latifolia,
Seddera humilis,
Seddera arabica,
Seddera hirsuta,
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii,
Aniseia martinicensis,
Aniseia argentina,
Aniseia luxurians,
Argyreia adpressa,
Argyreia apoensis,
Argyreia arakuensis,
Argyreia atropurpurea,
Argyreia barbata,
Argyreia barbigera,
Argyreia barnesii,
Argyreia bifrons,
Argyreia boholensis,
Argyreia boseana,
Argyreia bracteosa,
Argyreia breviscapa,
Argyreia caudata,
Argyreia celebica,
Argyreia cinerea,
Argyreia coacta,
Argyreia confusa,
Argyreia congesta,
Argyreia coonoorensis,
Argyreia corneri,
Argyreia crispa,
Argyreia cucullata,
Argyreia cymosa,
Argyreia daltonii,
Argyreia discolor,
Argyreia elliptica,
Argyreia erinacea,
Argyreia fulgens,
Argyreia glabra,
Argyreia hancorniifolia,
Argyreia hirsutissima,
Argyreia hookeri,
Argyreia involucrata,
Argyreia kerrii,
Argyreia kleiniana,
Argyreia kunstleri,
Argyreia kurzii,
Argyreia lamii,
Argyreia lanceolata,
Argyreia laotica,
Argyreia lawii,
Argyreia leschenaultii,
Argyreia linggaensis,
Argyreia longifolia,
Argyreia luzonensis,
Argyreia maingayi,