Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
paucidentata
ID:
494066

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 1: 603 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493398



Common Names

  • Serjania paucidentata
  • Paucidentata Serjania
  • Tropical Serjania


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Synonyms

  • Paullinia subalata A.Gray [unknown]
  • Serjania pteropoda Standl. [unknown]
  • Paullinia protracta Steud. [unknown]

Description

Serjania paucidentata (also called few-toothed serjania, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of 2 meters and its leaves are trifoliate, up to 10 cm long. Its fruits are globose, up to 1 cm in diameter. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Serjania paucidentata is used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Serjania paucidentata are small and yellowish-white. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oblong-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem with leaves that are oval-shaped and have toothed edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serjania paucidentata is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub or small tree. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Serjania paucidentata

Serjania paucidentata can be found in Mexico, Central America, and northern South America.

Serjania paucidentata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serjania paucidentata?

Serjania paucidentata

What is the common name of Serjania paucidentata?

Paucidentata

What is the family of Serjania paucidentata?

Sapindaceae

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