Serianthes kanehirae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kanehirae
ID:
499070
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fosberg
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia5: 302 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498402
Common Names
- Serianthes kanehirae
- Kanehira's Serianthes
- Kanehira's Silk Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Serianthes kanehirae (also called Kanehira's Serianthes, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It has pinnate leaves, yellow flowers, and long, curved seed pods. It grows in open, sunny areas, such as roadsides, disturbed areas, and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Serianthes kanehirae 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 kanehirae var. kanehiraeSerianthes kanehirae var. yapensis Fosberg
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Serianthes kanehirae 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 kanehirae is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by division of the rootstock. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and should be watered sparingly.
Where to Find Serianthes kanehirae
Serianthes kanehirae is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Serianthes kanehirae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Serianthes kanehirae?
Serianthes kanehirae
What is the family of Serianthes kanehirae?
Fabaceae
Where is Serianthes kanehirae 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
Francis Raymond Fosberg (1908-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fosberg' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:518388-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Serianthes kanehirae Fosberg: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.