Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Icacinales
Genus:
Species:
seretii
ID:
732549

Status:
valid

Authors:
(De Wild.) Boutique

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Fl. Congo Belge 9: 243 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000731882



Common Names

  • Iodes seretii
  • Seretii Iodes
  • Seretii Mistletoe


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Synonyms

  • Lasiodiscus seretii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Iodes trichocarpa Mildbr. ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Iodes trichocarpa Mildbr. [unknown]

Description

Iodes seretii (also called Seret's Iodes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa. It grows in moist, shady habitats, often in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Iodes seretii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iodes seretii has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iodes seretii is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is widely cultivated in the tropics. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained, light soil mix.

Where to Find Iodes seretii

Iodes seretii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Africa and Madagascar.

Iodes seretii FAQ

What are the common names of Iodes seretii?

Iodes seretii is commonly known as the Seret's Iodes.

What is the natural habitat of Iodes seretii?

Iodes seretii is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola.

What are the distinguishing features of Iodes seretii?

Iodes seretii has a large, ovate leaf blade with a prominent midrib and a long petiole.

Species in the Icacinaceae family

Alsodeiopsis chippii, Alsodeiopsis mannii, Alsodeiopsis poggei, Alsodeiopsis rowlandii, Alsodeiopsis schumannii, Alsodeiopsis staudtii, Alsodeiopsis tessmannii, Alsodeiopsis zenkeri, Calatola costaricensis, Calatola laevigata, Calatola mollis, Calatola pastazana, Calatola uxpanapensis, Calatola microcarpa, Casimirella ampla, Casimirella beckii, Casimirella crispula, Casimirella diversifolia, Casimirella guaranitica, Casimirella lanata, Casimirella rupestris, Cassinopsis chapelieri, Cassinopsis ciliata, Cassinopsis ilicifolia, Cassinopsis madagascariensis, Cassinopsis tinifolia, Cassinopsis tomentosa, Desmostachys longipes, Desmostachys oblongifolia, Desmostachys planchonianus, Desmostachys tenuifolius, Desmostachys vogelii, Emmotum harleyi, Emmotum acuminatum, Emmotum affine, Emmotum celiae, Emmotum conjunctum, Emmotum fagifolium, Emmotum floribundum, Emmotum fulvum, Emmotum glabrum, Emmotum nitens, Emmotum orbiculatum, Emmotum yapacanum, Emmotum amazonicum, Hosiea japonica, Hosiea sinensis, Icacina claessensii, Icacina guessfeldtii, Icacina mannii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2866084: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Raymond Boutique (1906-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boutique' in the authors string.