Flowery Seguieria vine (Seguieria floribunda)

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Seguieria floribunda: Botanical Profile and Classification

Growing naturally across specific habitats in South America, Seguieria floribunda adapts well to both understory and canopy environments. It develops as a woody liana within these diverse ecological zones.

The specific name floribunda signifies 'many-flowering' or 'profusely blooming', which highlights its reproductive abundance during the blooming season.

Taxonomy

  • царство Plantae
  • division Tracheophytes (Vascular Plants)
  • subdivision Spermatophytes (Seed plants)
  • Angiosperms
  • mesangiosperms (Core angiosperms)
  • eudicots
  • Superasterids
  • order Caryophyllales
  • family Petiveriaceae
  • genus Seguieria (Seguier's vine)
  • species Seguieria floribunda (Flowery Seguieria vine)

Living Pulse

Morphology

Seguieria floribunda produces abundant inflorescences, as denoted by its taxonomic name. The flowers, though individually small, are gathered in numerous clusters along the stems.

Following successful pollination, the plant develops winged fruits known as samaras. Its stems are woody, and the vegetative growth features simple, alternate leaves typical of scrambling shrubs in this genus.

Interesting facts

The profuse flowering habit of Seguieria floribunda likely plays a significant ecological role in its native habitat by providing resources for various local pollinators. The resulting abundance of winged fruits ensures a high potential for successful seed establishment.

Geography of distribution

  • Brazil

Sources

  • Plants of the World Online (POWO)
  • Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF)
  • Tropicos

Technical Information

External Databases: GBIF, POWO, Tropicos

See also

True Araucarias

True Araucarias

Araucaria sect. Araucaria

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