Cheniella
Cheniella is a genus of flowering plants in the legume family, Fabaceae. It belongs to the subfamily Caesalpinioideae and tribe Detarieae.
Description:
Cheniella species are typically trees. Further detailed botanical characteristics are needed for a comprehensive description suitable for all members of the genus.
Distribution:
Cheniella species are found in Southeast Asia.
Taxonomy:
The genus Cheniella was erected in 2017 as part of a taxonomic revision of the Detarieae tribe. Species formerly classified in Hylodendron were transferred to Cheniella. This reclassification was based on molecular phylogenetic studies that revealed the polyphyly of the original Hylodendron genus. The genus name Cheniella honors Chen Chia-jui (born 1927), a renowned Taiwanese botanist and expert on Leguminosae.
Species:
The genus includes the following species (this list may not be exhaustive and reflects current taxonomic understanding):
- Cheniella corymbosa
- Cheniella flagellifera
- Cheniella inaequalis
- Cheniella kwangsiensis
Conservation Status:
The conservation status of individual Cheniella species varies. Detailed conservation assessments are required to determine the risk of extinction for each species. Considerations include habitat loss and other threats.
Uses:
Information on the specific uses of Cheniella species, such as in traditional medicine, timber, or other applications, requires further research.