Serjania lineariifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lineariifolia
ID:
494192
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lippold
Source:
ksu
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 85: 612 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493524
Common Names
- Serjania lineariifolia
- Linear-Leaved Serjania
- Serjania
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Serjania lineariifolia (also called Linear-leaved Serjania, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Sapindaceae family. It is native to the tropical forests of South America, and is found in humid habitats. It is a shrub or small tree, and is characterized by its linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Serjania lineariifolia is used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions, fever, and digestive issues. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Serjania lineariifolia has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.
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Serjania lineariifolia can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Stem cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the plant in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Serjania lineariifolia
Serjania lineariifolia is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Serjania lineariifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Serjania lineariifolia?
Serjania lineariifolia
What is the family of Serjania lineariifolia?
Sapindaceae
What is the common name of Serjania lineariifolia?
Linear-Leaved Soapberry
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
Hans Lippold (1932-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lippold' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:234915-2: Based on the initial data import