Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
gracilipes
ID:
510997

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels) K.R.Thiele

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 16: 311 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510329

Common Names

  • Serichonus gracilipes
  • Graceful-stalked Serichonus
  • Graceful-stalked Balsam

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Synonyms

  • Stenanthemum gracilipes Diels [unknown]
  • Cryptandra gracilipes (Diels) C.A.Gardner [unknown]

Description

Serichonus gracilipes (also called 'Graceful-stalked Serichonus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean. It grows in tropical rainforests, in lowland and montane forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Serichonus gracilipes is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Serichonus gracilipes are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serichonus gracilipes is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is easily propagated from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and prefers well-drained soil.

Where to Find Serichonus gracilipes

Serichonus gracilipes is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in moist, shaded areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Serichonus gracilipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serichonus gracilipes?

Serichonus gracilipes

What is the common name of Serichonus gracilipes?

Graceful-footed serichonus

Where is Serichonus gracilipes native to?

South America

Species in the Serichonus genus

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,

References

Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Kevin Thiele (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.R.Thiele' in the authors string.