Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
serrata
ID:
549175

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. 53: 365 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000548507



Common Names

  • Serrated Wineberry
  • Serrated Berry
  • Serrated Mahaleb


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Synonyms

  • Triphalia rubicunda Banks & Sol. ex Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Aristotelia racemosa Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Dicera serrata J.R.Forst. & G.Forst. [unknown]
  • Friesia racemosa A.Cunn. [unknown]

Description

Aristotelia serrata (also called Saw-toothed Wineberry, among many other common names) is a shrub with an upright habit, native to New Zealand. It grows in moist forests and along streams, and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aristotelia serrata has been used to treat snakebites, as a diuretic, and as a digestive aid. It has also been used to treat skin diseases, rheumatism, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aristotelia serrata is a small, white or pinkish-white flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, slender plant with a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aristotelia serrata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun or partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Aristotelia serrata

Aristotelia serrata is native to New Zealand.

Aristotelia serrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aristotelia serrata?

Aristotelia serrata

What is the common name of Aristotelia serrata?

Makomako

What is the natural habitat of Aristotelia serrata?

Aristotelia serrata is native to New Zealand.

Species in the Elaeocarpaceae family

Aceratium archboldianum, Aceratium brassii, Aceratium calomala, Aceratium concinnum, Aceratium dasyphyllum, Aceratium doggrellii, Aceratium ferrugineum, Aceratium hypoleucum, Aceratium ledermannii, Aceratium megalospermum, Aceratium muellerianum, Aceratium oppositifolium, Aceratium pachypetalum, Aceratium parvifolium, Aceratium pittosporoides, Aceratium sericeum, Aceratium sericoleopsis, Aceratium sinuatum, Aceratium sphaerocarpum, Aceratium tomentosum, Aristotelia australasica, Aristotelia chilensis, Aristotelia colensoi, Aristotelia fruticosa, Aristotelia peduncularis, Aristotelia serrata, Crinodendron brasiliense, Crinodendron hookerianum, Crinodendron patagua, Crinodendron tucumanum, Dubouzetia acuminata, Dubouzetia australiensis, Dubouzetia campanulata, Dubouzetia caudiculata, Dubouzetia confusa, Dubouzetia dentata, Dubouzetia elegans, Dubouzetia galorei, Dubouzetia guillauminii, Dubouzetia kairoi, Dubouzetia saxatilis, Elaeocarpus glandulosus, Elaeocarpus tremulus, Elaeocarpus sedentarius, Elaeocarpus acmocarpus, Elaeocarpus acmosepalus, Elaeocarpus acrantherus, Elaeocarpus acronodia, Elaeocarpus acuminatus, Elaeocarpus adenopus,

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