Serjania erythrocaulis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erythrocaulis
ID:
1265325
Status:
valid
Authors:
Acev.-Rodr. & Somner
Source:
tro
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 53: 479 (2001 publ. 2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001264663
Common Names
- Serjania erythrocaulis
- Erythrocaulis Serjania
- Erythrocaulis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Serjania erythrocaulis (also called Red-Stemmed Serjania, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas. It is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and gardens.
Uses & Benefits
Serjania erythrocaulis is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers, and as a source of food, fuel, and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Serjania erythrocaulis are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and slender.
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Serjania erythrocaulis is an evergreen shrub that is easy to grow from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Sow the seeds in spring and keep the soil moist until the plants are established. Propagation can also be done by cuttings.
Where to Find Serjania erythrocaulis
Serjania erythrocaulis is native to Mexico and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the country.
Serjania erythrocaulis FAQ
What are the common names of Serjania erythrocaulis?
Serjania erythrocaulis is commonly known as the red-stemmed serjania.
Where does Serjania erythrocaulis grow?
Serjania erythrocaulis is native to tropical America.
What is the growth habit of Serjania erythrocaulis?
Serjania erythrocaulis is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 6 feet tall and wide.
Species in the Serjania genus
Serjania triquetra, Serjania tailloniana, Serjania subimpunctata, Serjania subdentata, Serjania tenuis, Serjania trifoliolata, Serjania yucatanensis, Serjania bradeana, Serjania caracasana, Serjania cardiospermoides, Serjania cambessedeana, Serjania hebecarpa, Serjania carautae, Serjania acuta, Serjania adusta, Serjania acupunctata, Serjania clematidifolia, Serjania schiedeana, Serjania paniculata, Serjania atrolineata, Serjania brachycarpa, Serjania fuscifolia, Serjania amplifolia, Serjania paucidentata, Serjania phaseoloides, Serjania diversifolia, Serjania hatschbachii, Serjania eucardia, Serjania dentata, Serjania decemstriata, Serjania paranensis, Serjania grosii, Serjania grandidens, Serjania erecta, Serjania grazielae, Serjania grandis, Serjania grandifolia, Serjania filicifolia, Serjania equestris, Serjania glabrata, Serjania espiritosantensis, Serjania corrugata, Serjania crassinervis, Serjania communis, Serjania crenata, Serjania columbiana, Serjania cornigera, Serjania elegans, Serjania goniocarpa, Serjania glutinosa,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50214057: Based on the initial data import
Pedro Acevedo-Rodríguez (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Acev.-Rodr.' in the authors string.
Genise Vieira Somner (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Somner' in the authors string.