Serianthes calycina - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calycina
ID:
499081
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London30: 600 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498413
Common Names
- Serianthes calycina
- Calycine Serianthes
- Calycine Silk Tree
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- Feuilleea neocaledonica Kuntze [valid]
Description
Serianthes calycina (also called 'Calycina Serianthes', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a large, deciduous tree with dark green, pinnate leaves that are ovate-lanceolate in shape. It is native to Indonesia and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Serianthes calycina is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Serianthes calycina var. kaalaensis I.C.NielsenSerianthes calycina var. calycina
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Serianthes calycina has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Serianthes calycina is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done from seeds or cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and planted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Serianthes calycina
Serianthes calycina is native to the island of New Britain in Papua New Guinea. It is a rare species and can be found in the rainforest, growing in the understory.
Serianthes calycina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Serianthes calycina?
Serianthes calycina
What is the family of Serianthes calycina?
Fabaceae
Where is Serianthes calycina native to?
South America
Species in the Serianthes genus
Serianthes grandiflora, Serianthes melanesica, Serianthes nelsonii, Serianthes myriadenia, Serianthes hooglandii, Serianthes minahassae, Serianthes robinsonii, Serianthes kanehirae, Serianthes lifouensis, Serianthes margaretiae, Serianthes petitiana, Serianthes sachetae, Serianthes calycina, Serianthes ebudarum, Serianthes germainii, Serianthes vitiensis, Serianthes rurutensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:518380-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Serianthes calycina Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.