Circandra serrata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) N.E.Br.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 87: 126. 1930.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605739
Common Names
- Serrated Circandra
- Serrated False Pimpernel
- Serrated False Pimpernel
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- Mesembryanthemum serratifolium Steud. [illegitimate]
- Erepsia serrata (L.) L.Bolus [unknown]
- Mesembryanthemum serratum L. [unknown]
Description
Circandra serrata (also called Serrated Circandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and grasslands. It is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Circandra serrata is a popular ornamental plant, as its bright yellow flowers add a splash of color to any room. It is also used in terrariums and vivariums, as it is a low-maintenance plant that can tolerate low light and humidity levels.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Circandra serrata has small white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Circandra serrata is a perennial herbaceous plant that is easy to propagate by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and can tolerate full sun. It can be propagated by seed, but it is best to divide the plant in the spring or fall. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings in the summer.
Where to Find Circandra serrata
Circandra serrata is native to the tropical forests of India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
Circandra serrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Circandra serrata?
Circandra serrata
What is the common name of Circandra serrata?
Serrated Circandra
What type of plant is Circandra serrata?
A shrub
Species in the Circandra genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000605739: Based on the initial data import