Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
littoralis
ID:
745322

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


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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.

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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

María Silvia Ferrucci (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ferrucci' in the authors string.
Gustav Sommer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sommer' in the authors string.