Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
lucida
ID:
494184

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schum.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Skr. Naturhist.-Selsk. 3(2): 128 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493516



Common Names

  • Serjania lucida
  • Shiny Serjania
  • Serjania


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Description

Serjania lucida (also called Shiny 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 shiny leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Serjania lucida is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever and as a diuretic. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Serjania lucida 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Serjania lucida 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 lucida

Serjania lucida is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Serjania lucida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serjania lucida?

Serjania lucida

What is the family of Serjania lucida?

Sapindaceae

What is the common name of Serjania lucida?

Shining 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