Status:
valid
Authors:
Triana & Planch.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 18: 356 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471426
Common Names
- Paullinia serjaniifolia
- Serjaniifolia Paullinia
- Serjaniifolia's Paullinia
Synonyms
- Paullinia venusta Radlk. [unknown]
Description
Paullinia serjaniifolia (also called Serjania-leaved Paullinia, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to Japan. It has a single trunk and a broad, rounded crown. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate, with a pointed tip and serrated edges. It is found in open woodlands, forest edges, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Paullinia serjaniifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paullinia serjaniifolia is small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paullinia serjaniifolia is a fast-growing vine that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It is best propagated by seed or cuttings taken from mature plants. The seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are established. Once established, the vine should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Paullinia serjaniifolia
Paullinia serjaniifolia can be found in Central and South America.
Paullinia serjaniifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paullinia serjaniifolia?
Paullinia serjaniifolia
Where is Paullinia serjaniifolia found?
Paullinia serjaniifolia is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
What are the uses of Paullinia serjaniifolia?
Paullinia serjaniifolia is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.
Species in the Paullinia genus
Paullinia carrenoi,
Paullinia capreolata,
Paullinia cauliflora,
Paullinia chocoensis,
Paullinia cirrhipes,
Paullinia bracteosa,
Paullinia brenesii,
Paullinia caloptera,
Paullinia capitata,
Paullinia clavigera,
Paullinia cururu,
Paullinia connaracea,
Paullinia coriacea,
Paullinia cupana,
Paullinia costaricensis,
Paullinia costata,
Paullinia bipinnata,
Paullinia barbadensis,
Paullinia bicorniculata,
Paullinia alata,
Paullinia alsmithii,
Paullinia anisoptera,
Paullinia apoda,
Paullinia leiocarpa,
Paullinia macrophylla,
Paullinia livescens,
Paullinia ingifolia,
Paullinia densiflora,
Paullinia integra,
Paullinia jamaicensis,
Paullinia manarae,
Paullinia micrantha,
Paullinia medullosa,
Paullinia meliifolia,
Paullinia imberbis,
Paullinia filicifolia,
Paullinia fimbriata,
Paullinia echinata,
Paullinia elliptica,
Paullinia emetica,
Paullinia granatensis,
Paullinia grandifolia,
Paullinia hispida,
Paullinia guaviarensis,
Paullinia fuscescens,
Paullinia fraxinifolia,
Paullinia glomerulosa,
Paullinia fusiformis,
Paullinia serjaniifolia,
Paullinia spicata,
Species in the Sapindaceae family