Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
solannona
ID:
1329126

Status:
valid

Authors:
Couvreur & Sauquet

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 46: 6 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341580



Common Names

  • Sirdavidia solannona
  • Solannona Sirdavidia
  • Solannona Sirdavidia Tree


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Description

Sirdavidia solannona (also called Sirdavid's sirdavidia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central Africa. It has a single, erect stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are simple, ovate and its flowers are white and bell-shaped. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Sirdavidia solannona is an ornamental plant used for landscaping, as it has attractive foliage and is easy to maintain. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant, as it grows quickly and provides dense coverage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sirdavidia solannona has white flowers with yellow anthers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sirdavidia solannona is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in moist soil or a moist paper towel. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Sirdavidia solannona

Sirdavidia solannona is found in the tropical rainforests of Gabon, Cameroon, and the Republic of Congo.

Sirdavidia solannona FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sirdavidia solannona?

Sirdavidia solannona

What are the common names of Sirdavidia solannona?

Common names of Sirdavidia solannona include Chinese sirdavidia and Chinese sirdavidia tree.

What is the natural habitat of Sirdavidia solannona?

Sirdavidia solannona is native to China and grows in moist, shady forests.

Species in the Sirdavidia genus

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Thomas Louis Peter Couvreur (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Couvreur' in the authors string.
Hervé Sauquet (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sauquet' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77145066-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.