Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
serrata
ID:
837539

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.B.Sm.) Givnish

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Aliso 23: 18 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836874

Common Names

  • Sequencia serrata
  • Serrata Sequencia
  • Sequencia Serrata

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Description

Sequencia serrata (also called Sequencia serrata, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sequencia serrata is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sequencia serrata is small and white, with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sequencia serrata is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood tips and planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Once established, Sequencia serrata should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Sequencia serrata

Sequencia serrata can be found in the tropical forests of South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Sequencia serrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sequencia serrata?

Sequencia serrata

What is the common name of Sequencia serrata?

Serrated Sequencia

What is the natural habitat of Sequencia serrata?

Tropical and subtropical forests of India

Species in the Sequencia genus

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
Thomas J. Givnish (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Givnish' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77090812-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].