Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hillii
ID:
492358

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell. ex Benth.) F.Muell.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Syst. Census Austral. Pl. : 16 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491690



Common Names

  • Seringia hillii
  • Hillii
  • Hillii Seringia


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Synonyms

  • Keraudrenia hillii F.Muell. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Keraudrenia hillii velutina C.T.White [unknown]

Description

Seringia hillii (also called Hill's seringia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka and is found in moist, evergreen forests. It has white to pink flowers and its leaves are simple, opposite, and lanceolate.

Uses & Benefits

Seringia hillii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and colds. The leaves are also used to make a tea that is believed to have calming effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Seringia hillii are yellowish-green, with four petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Seringia hillii is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and should be kept in a warm, humid environment. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Seringia hillii

Seringia hillii can be found in tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands.

Seringia hillii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Seringia hillii?

Seringia hillii

What is the family of Seringia hillii?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Seringia hillii?

Hill's Seringia

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:825057-1: Based on the initial data import