Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
serrata
ID:
359682

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griff.) A.C.Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 26: 174 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359014



Common Names

  • Serrate Loeseneriella
  • Serrata
  • Loeseneriella


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Synonyms

  • Hippocratea serrata Griff. [unknown]

Description

Loeseneriella serrata (also called the Chinese fan palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to China, India, Nepal, and Vietnam. It is a small to medium-sized palm, growing up to 6 meters tall, with fan-shaped leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry and moist areas.

Uses & Benefits

Loeseneriella serrata is an evergreen shrub with fragrant white flowers. It is often used as a hedge or in containers, and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Loeseneriella serrata is white with a yellow center, and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loeseneriella serrata is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 2-3 m tall. It is a fast-growing plant and can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and should be planted in a mixture of sand and peat moss. It should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Loeseneriella serrata

Loeseneriella serrata is native to the mountains of Central America.

Loeseneriella serrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loeseneriella serrata?

Loeseneriella serrata

What is the common name of Loeseneriella serrata?

Serrate loeseneriella

Where is Loeseneriella serrata found?

It is found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces of South Africa

Species in the Loeseneriella genus

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
William Griffith (1810-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griff.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:431113-1: Based on the initial data import