Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decumbens
ID:
505129

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 126 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504461



Common Names

  • Serruria decumbens
  • Decumbens Serruria
  • Decumbens' Serruria


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Synonyms

  • Protea decumbens Thunb. [unknown]
  • Protea procumbens L.f. [unknown]
  • Serruria hyemalis Knight [unknown]

Description

Serruria decumbens (also called Trailing Serruria, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa, typically found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in spring.

Uses & Benefits

Serruria decumbens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Serruria decumbens is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serruria decumbens is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the stems and placed in a rooting medium. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Serruria decumbens

Serruria decumbens is native to the Western Cape Province of South Africa.

Serruria decumbens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serruria decumbens?

Serruria decumbens

What is the common name of Serruria decumbens?

Climbing Spiderhead

What is the natural habitat of Serruria decumbens?

It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky, sandy soils

Species in the Serruria genus

Serruria heterophylla, Serruria brownii, Serruria decumbens, Serruria villosa, Serruria phylicoides, Serruria nivenii, Serruria scoparia, Serruria rebeloi, Serruria acrocarpa, Serruria adscendens, Serruria aemula, Serruria rosea, Serruria aitonii, Serruria barbigera, Serruria bergii, Serruria bolusii, Serruria candicans, Serruria chlamydiflora, Serruria collina, Serruria concinna, Serruria confragosa, Serruria cyanoides, Serruria cygnea, Serruria decipiens, Serruria dodii, Serruria elongata, Serruria elumbis, Serruria fallax, Serruria fasciflora, Serruria flagellifolia, Serruria flava, Serruria florida, Serruria foliosa, Serruria frondosa, Serruria fucifolia, Serruria furcellata, Serruria glomerata, Serruria hirsuta, Serruria inconspicua, Serruria incrassata, Serruria kraussii, Serruria leipoldtii, Serruria linearis, Serruria meisneriana, Serruria millefolia, Serruria montana, Serruria nervosa, Serruria pedunculata, Serruria pinnata, Serruria pulchella,

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,