Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
tro
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Serjania : 277 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001262167
Common Names
- Serjania vesicosa
- Vesicose Serjania
- Vesicose Peanut Butter Tree
Description
Serjania vesicosa (also called Bladder Serjania, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Sapindaceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It grows in moist forests, thickets, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Serjania vesicosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Serjania vesicosa has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Serjania vesicosa is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in early spring. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring or autumn. Division should be done in early spring.
Where to Find Serjania vesicosa
Serjania vesicosa is native to South America.
Serjania vesicosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Serjania vesicosa?
Serjania vesicosa
What is the common name of Serjania vesicosa?
No common name
What is the native range of Serjania vesicosa?
Mexico
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