Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
scandens
ID:
435726

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilg & Lopr. ex Lopr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 27(1-2): 51. 1899 [7 Apr 1899]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435058

Common Names

  • Sericostachys scandens
  • Scandens Sericostachys
  • Scandens Nut

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Description

Sericostachys scandens (also called Climbing Sericostachys, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a spreading crown and grows up to 2 meters in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sericostachys scandens is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for making furniture and tools. The leaves are used as fodder for animals, and the fruits are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sericostachys scandens are small, yellowish-green, and grow in small clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sericostachys scandens is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Division can be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept moist until established.

Where to Find Sericostachys scandens

Sericostachys scandens is native to Madagascar and can be found in the tropical forests of the island.

Sericostachys scandens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sericostachys scandens?

Sericostachys scandens

What are the uses of Sericostachys scandens?

Sericostachys scandens is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments.

Where is Sericostachys scandens found?

Sericostachys scandens is found in India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

Species in the Sericostachys genus

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2480030: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
Giuseppe Lopriore (1865-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lopr.' in the authors string.