Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sericiflorum
ID:
1427484

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.L.Barreto & L.P.Queiroz

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.43: 980 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443649



Common Names

  • Centrosema sericiflorum
  • Centrosema pubescens
  • Centrosema acuminatum


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Description

Centrosema sericiflorum (also called silky-flowered centrosema, among many other common names) is a shrub species of the genus Centrosema in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Brazil, and is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests. It grows in moist habitats such as lowland forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Centrosema sericiflorum is used for erosion control, as an ornamental plant, and for making paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centrosema sericiflorum is white in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have yellowish-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centrosema sericiflorum is a fast-growing, annual plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Propagation is best done by direct sowing in the spring or summer. The seeds should be sown in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings will emerge in about two weeks.

Where to Find Centrosema sericiflorum

Centrosema sericiflorum is native to South America.

Centrosema sericiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centrosema sericiflorum?

Centrosema sericiflorum

What is the common name of Centrosema sericiflorum?

Silky Centrosema

What is the natural habitat of Centrosema sericiflorum?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Centrosema genus

Centrosema bellum, Centrosema carajasense, Centrosema grazielae, Centrosema acutifolium, Centrosema arenarium, Centrosema arenicola, Centrosema bifidum, Centrosema bracteosum, Centrosema capitatum, Centrosema coriaceum, Centrosema dasyanthum, Centrosema fasciculatum, Centrosema grandiflorum, Centrosema haitiense, Centrosema heteroneura, Centrosema jaraguaensis, Centrosema latidens, Centrosema macranthum, Centrosema macrocarpum, Centrosema pascuorum, Centrosema platycarpum, Centrosema rotundifolium, Centrosema schottii, Centrosema tapirapoanense, Centrosema triquetrum, Centrosema unifoliatum, Centrosema variifolium, Centrosema venosum, Centrosema vetulum, Centrosema vexillatum, Centrosema molle, Centrosema brachypodum, Centrosema angustifolium, Centrosema heptaphyllum, Centrosema brasilianum, Centrosema plumieri, Centrosema pubescens, Centrosema virginianum, Centrosema kermesii, Centrosema sagittatum, Centrosema sagittatum, Centrosema heteroneurum, Centrosema jaraguaense, Centrosema lucia-helenae, Centrosema teresae, Centrosema tetragonolobum, Centrosema sericiflorum,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Luciano Paganucci de Queiroz (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.P.Queiroz' in the authors string.