Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pendula
ID:
311712

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 9: 145 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311044

Common Names

  • Siemensia pendula
  • Pendulous Siemensia
  • Siemensia Pendulous

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Synonyms

  • Portlandia pendula C.Wright ex Griseb. [valid]

Description

Siemensia pendula (also called Weeping Siemensia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 1.5 meters in height and has small, white flowers. It is found in heathlands, woodlands and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Siemensia pendula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It has medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Siemensia pendula is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siemensia pendula is a small tree that grows up to 8m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until they have germinated. Once germinated, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Siemensia pendula

Siemensia pendula is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It can be found in dry forests and scrublands.

Siemensia pendula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siemensia pendula?

Siemensia pendula

What is the common name of Siemensia pendula?

Pendulous Siemensia

What is the natural habitat of Siemensia pendula?

Dry forests and scrublands

Species in the Siemensia genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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