Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
plicata
ID:
1256045

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
tro

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Serjania : 167 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001255383



Common Names

  • Serjania plicata
  • Plicate Serjania
  • Plicate Tree


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Description

Serjania plicata (also called Plicate Serjania, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Serjania plicata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Serjania plicata are white, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serjania plicata is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be kept in temperatures between 65-75°F. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Serjania plicata

Serjania plicata can be found in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico.

Serjania plicata FAQ

What is the common name of Serjania plicata?

Plicate Serjania

What is the scientific name of Plicate Serjania?

Serjania plicata

What is the natural habitat of Serjania plicata?

It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

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