Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
secundiflora
ID:
158147

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jaub. & Spach

Source:
ipni

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Ill. Pl. Orient. 4: 110 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157476



Common Names

  • Secundiflora Sedders
  • Sedders Secundiflora
  • Sedders Secundiflor


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Description

Seddera secundiflora (also called Yellow Star-vine, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to the southeastern United States. It has bright yellow star-shaped flowers and is found in open woodlands, thickets, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Seddera secundiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicines for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Seddera secundiflora has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Seddera secundiflora is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Seddera secundiflora

Seddera secundiflora is native to the southeastern United States, found in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. It grows in wet areas, such as swamps, bogs, and wet meadows.

Seddera secundiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Seddera secundiflora?

Seddera secundiflora

What type of plant is Seddera secundiflora?

A flowering shrub

Where is Seddera secundiflora native to?

Tropical regions of the Americas

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,

References

Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:271184-1: Based on the initial data import