Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
serrata
ID:
1279313

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
tro

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Serjania : 293 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001278651



Common Names

  • Serjania serrata
  • Serrate Serjania
  • Serrate Climbing-serjania
  • Serrate Serjania


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Description

Serjania serrata (also called Serrated Serjania, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and is often found in the understory of the rainforest.

Uses & Benefits

Serjania serrata is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other diseases. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Serjania serrata has small white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and have a glossy surface. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serjania serrata is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in moist, well-draining soil. Division should be done in early spring or late summer. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Serjania serrata

Serjania serrata is native to the tropical regions of South America.

Serjania serrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serjania serrata?

Serjania serrata

What is the common name of Serjania serrata?

Serrate Serjania

Where is Serjania serrata native to?

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