Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
securidaca
ID:
1321447

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chodat) J.F.B.Pastore & J.R.Abbott

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67: 805 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333901

Common Names

  • Asemeia securidaca
  • Securidaca Asemeia
  • Securidaca Asemeia

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Description

Asemeia securidaca (also called Securidaca Asemeia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is characterized by its small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is found in open forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Asemeia securidaca is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can be used as a hedge or screen. It has fragrant white flowers and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asemeia securidaca is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asemeia securidaca can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Asemeia securidaca

Asemeia securidaca is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Asemeia securidaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asemeia securidaca?

Asemeia securidaca

What is the family of Asemeia securidaca?

Asclepiadaceae

What is the common name of Asemeia securidaca?

None

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

References

Robert Hippolyte Chodat (1865-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chodat' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.
J.Richard Abbott (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Abbott' in the authors string.