Serianthes melanesica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melanesica
ID:
193573
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fosberg
Source:
ildis
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia5: 312 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192902
Common Names
- Serianthes melanesica
- Melanesica Serianthes
- Melanesica Tree
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- Serianthes myriadenia sensu A.Gray [deprecated]
Description
Serianthes melanesica (also called 'Melanesian Serianthes', among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree with a spreading crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to the Melanesian Islands and is found in open woodlands and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Serianthes melanesica is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Serianthes melanesica var. meeboldii FosbergSerianthes melanesica var. melanesica
Serianthes melanesica var. samoensis Fosberg
Serianthes melanesica var. yunckeri Fosberg
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Serianthes melanesica has small yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
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Serianthes melanesica is a tropical tree native to the Pacific Islands. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done through seeds, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be soaked in water for 24 hours before planting. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 15 cm tall.
Where to Find Serianthes melanesica
Serianthes melanesica is native to the Solomon Islands and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Serianthes melanesica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Serianthes melanesica?
Serianthes melanesica
What is the common name of Serianthes melanesica?
Melanesica serianthes
What is the natural habitat of Serianthes melanesica?
It is native to New Guinea.
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.
Legume Data Portal link for: Serianthes melanesica Fosberg: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.