Status:
valid
Authors:
Sommer & Ferrucci
Source:
ksu
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 46: 480 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744655
Common Names
- Serjania Littoralis
- Serjania
- Littoralis
Description
Serjania littoralis (also called Beach Serjania, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and produces clusters of yellow, star-shaped flowers. It is found in tropical forests and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Serjania littoralis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Serjania littoralis flower has 5 white petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Serjania littoralis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Serjania littoralis
Serjania littoralis is native to South America.
Serjania littoralis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Serjania littoralis?
Serjania littoralis
What type of plant is Serjania littoralis?
Herb
Where is Serjania littoralis native to?
Brazil
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
Gustav Sommer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sommer' in the authors string.