Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
lachnocarpa
ID:
1240746

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth. ex Radlk.) Acev.-Rodr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Novon 8: 106 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001240084



Common Names

  • Serjania
  • Lachnocarp Serjania
  • Serjania Lachnocarpa


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Description

Serjania lachnocarpa (also called Lachnocarpa Serjania, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has leathery, oblong leaves and small, white, fragrant flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Serjania lachnocarpa is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, cough, and diarrhea. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to make paper and clothing.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Serjania lachnocarpa has small white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serjania lachnocarpa is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 foot in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed in the spring or by division in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Serjania lachnocarpa

Serjania lachnocarpa is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Amazonas, Pará, and Roraima.

Serjania lachnocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serjania lachnocarpa?

Serjania lachnocarpa

What is the common name of Serjania lachnocarpa?

Woolly serjania

Where is Serjania lachnocarpa found?

Serjania lachnocarpa is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

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-50106104: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.
Pedro Acevedo-Rodríguez (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Acev.-Rodr.' in the authors string.