Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
cinerea
ID:
158135

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

Searching for Seddera cinerea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

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.

Searching for Seddera cinerea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

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 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,

References

John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
Eileen Adelaide Bruce (1905-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.A.Bruce' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:271166-1: Based on the initial data import