Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
serratum
ID:
502944

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) Drège

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Zwei Pflanzengeogr. Dokum. : 10 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000502276



Common Names

  • Prionium serratum
  • Prionium serratum
  • Prionium serratum


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Synonyms

  • Acorus palmita Licht. [valid]
  • Prionoschoenus serratus (L.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Prionium serratum (also called Serrated Prionium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has a single trunk and a dense, rounded crown. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate with entire margins. It is found in dry forests and scrublands at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Prionium serratum is an ornamental plant that is used for landscaping and gardening purposes. It is also used to make herbal teas and infusions that are believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Prionium serratum is white and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prionium serratum is a perennial herb that is propagated through seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The plants should be grown in bright, indirect light and kept in temperatures between 10-20°C (50-68°F). Prionium serratum should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Prionium serratum

Prionium serratum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, from Colombia to Argentina.

Prionium serratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prionium serratum?

Prionium serratum

What type of plant is Prionium serratum?

A shrub

Where is Prionium serratum native to?

South America

Species in the Prionium genus

References

Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.
Johann Franz Drège (1794-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drège' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:444006-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.