Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
serrulata
ID:
1412294

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vahl) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.213194444. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424759



Common Names

  • Serrulata Callisia
  • Serrated Callisia
  • Toothed Callisia


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Description

Callisia serrulata (also called Pink Lady, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, pink flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Callisia serrulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful yellow flower, which is why it is often used to decorate gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Callisia serrulata has small, white flowers with a yellow center and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black with a white coating. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callisia serrulata is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to Mexico. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Take a stem cutting and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and place the cutting in a pot filled with moist potting soil. Cover the pot with a plastic bag and place it in a warm, bright location. The cutting should root within a few weeks. Once the cutting has rooted, remove the plastic bag and water the soil as needed.

Where to Find Callisia serrulata

Callisia serrulata can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Callisia serrulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Callisia serrulata?

Callisia serrulata

What type of plant is Callisia serrulata?

Callisia serrulata is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Callisia serrulata?

Callisia serrulata is found in tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Callisia genus

Callisia ciliata, Callisia cordifolia, Callisia filiformis, Callisia fragrans, Callisia gentlei, Callisia gracilis, Callisia graminea, Callisia grandiflora, Callisia hintoniorum, Callisia insignis, Callisia laui, Callisia micrantha, Callisia monandra, Callisia multiflora, Callisia navicularis, Callisia ornata, Callisia repens, Callisia rosea, Callisia soconuscensis, Callisia tehuantepecana, Callisia warszewicziana, Callisia encolea, Callisia amplexicaulis, Callisia diuretica, Callisia silvatica, Callisia ionantha, Callisia angustifolia, Callisia brasiliensis, Callisia montana, Callisia neglecta, Callisia disgrega, Callisia amplexans, Callisia mexicana, Callisia kruseana, Callisia elata, Callisia palmeri, Callisia saxicola, Callisia purpurascens, Callisia warmingiana, Callisia serrulata, Callisia glandulosa,

Species in the Commelinaceae family

Aetheolirion stenolobium, Amischotolype glabrata, Amischotolype gracilis, Amischotolype griffithii, Amischotolype hispida, Amischotolype hookeri, Amischotolype irritans, Amischotolype laxiflora, Amischotolype marginata, Amischotolype mollissima, Amischotolype monosperma, Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza, Amischotolype tenuis, Amischotolype barbarossa, Amischotolype divaricata, Amischotolype dolichandra, Amischotolype hirsuta, Amischotolype leiocarpa, Amischotolype lobata, Amischotolype parvifructa, Amischotolype pedicellata, Amischotolype rostrata, Amischotolype strigosa, Amischotolype welzeniana, Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense,

References

Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.