Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sericeus
ID:
382065

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hochr.) Schindl.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.54: 67 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381397

Common Names

  • Nephrodesmus Sericeus
  • Silky Nephrodesmus
  • Silky Rush

Searching for Nephrodesmus sericeus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Arthroclianthus sericeus Hochr. [valid]

Description

Nephrodesmus sericeus (also called Nephrodesmus sericeus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has dark green, leathery leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as coastal areas and wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Nephrodesmus sericeus is a species of flowering plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nephrodesmus sericeus has small yellow flowers with three petals and three sepals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, linear-shaped leaves.

Searching for Nephrodesmus sericeus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Nephrodesmus sericeus is a perennial plant that is propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a sunny position and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame. The seedlings should be potted up into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. Plant out in the summer.

Where to Find Nephrodesmus sericeus

Nephrodesmus sericeus can be found in the Mediterranean and Black Sea regions.

Nephrodesmus sericeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nephrodesmus sericeus?

Nephrodesmus sericeus

What is the common name of Nephrodesmus sericeus?

Silky Nephrodesmus

Where is Nephrodesmus sericeus found?

Nephrodesmus sericeus is found in South America.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Bénédict Pierre Georges Hochreutiner (1873-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochr.' in the authors string.
Anton Karl Schindler (1879-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schindl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:509576-1: Based on the initial data import