Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bertero ex Guill.) Planch. ex Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.5: 108 (1846)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192960
Common Names
- Serianthes myriadenia
- Myriadenia Serianthes
- Myriadenia Tree
Synonyms
- Acacia myriadenia Guill. [unknown]
- Feuilleea commutata Kuntze [valid]
- Acacia myriadenia Bertero ex Guill. [invalid]
- Feuilleea myriadena (Bertero ex Guillarmod) Kuntze [unknown]
- Feuilleea myriadenia (Bertero ex Guill.) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Serianthes myriadenia (also called Serianthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a tree that grows up to 20 m tall, with yellow flowers. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Serianthes myriadenia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Serianthes myriadenia has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Serianthes myriadenia is a shrub or small tree that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Oceania. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Serianthes myriadenia
Serianthes myriadenia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Serianthes myriadenia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Serianthes myriadenia?
Serianthes myriadenia
What type of plant is Serianthes myriadenia?
A shrub
Where is Serianthes myriadenia found?
In tropical and subtropical regions of the world
Species in the Serianthes genus
Serianthes grandiflora,
Serianthes melanesica,
Serianthes nelsonii,
Serianthes myriadenia,
Serianthes hooglandii,
Serianthes minahassae,
Serianthes robinsonii,
Serianthes kanehirae,
Serianthes lifouensis,
Serianthes margaretiae,
Serianthes petitiana,
Serianthes sachetae,
Serianthes calycina,
Serianthes ebudarum,
Serianthes germainii,
Serianthes vitiensis,
Serianthes rurutensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family