Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
tro
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
U.S. Expl. Exped., Phan.1: 485 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001058147
Common Names
- Serianthes vitiensis
- Viti Island Serianthes
- Viti Serianthes
Description
Serianthes vitiensis (also called 'Fiji Mahogany', among many other common names) is a large tree native to Fiji. It has a spreading crown and pinnate leaves. It grows in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Serianthes vitiensis has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Serianthes vitiensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
Where to Find Serianthes vitiensis
Serianthes vitiensis is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey and the Middle East.
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