Caperonia serrata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serrata
ID:
802400
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Presl
Source:
wcs
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Epimel. Bot. : 213 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000801734
Common Names
- Caperonia
- Serrata
- Caperonia Serrata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Caperonia serrata (also called Serrated Caperonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a clumping habit and grows up to 1.5 feet tall. Its stems are round and its leaves are flat and narrow. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of streams and ponds.
Uses & Benefits
Caperonia serrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Caperonia serrata has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Caperonia serrata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in a variety of soils including clay, sand, loam and acidic soils. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a year.
Where to Find Caperonia serrata
Caperonia serrata is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Caperonia serrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caperonia serrata?
Caperonia serrata
What type of plant is Caperonia serrata?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae.
Where is Caperonia serrata found?
It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Species in the Caperonia genus
Caperonia altissima, Caperonia capiibariensis, Caperonia aculeolata, Caperonia angustissima, Caperonia bahiensis, Caperonia buettneriacea, Caperonia castaneifolia, Caperonia castro-barrosiana, Caperonia chiltepecensis, Caperonia corchoroides, Caperonia cordata, Caperonia cubana, Caperonia fistulosa, Caperonia gardneri, Caperonia glabrata, Caperonia heteropetala, Caperonia langsdorffii, Caperonia latifolia, Caperonia latior, Caperonia linearifolia, Caperonia lutea, Caperonia multicostata, Caperonia neglecta, Caperonia palustris, Caperonia paraguayensis, Caperonia regnellii, Caperonia rutenbergii, Caperonia serrata, Caperonia similis, Caperonia stenophylla, Caperonia stuhlmannii, Caperonia subrotunda, Caperonia vellozoana, Caperonia zaponzeta,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-34012: Based on the initial data import
Carl Borivoj Presl (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Presl' in the authors string.