Status:
valid
Authors:
Mez
Source:
cmp
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 236a: 23 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608842
Common Names
- Clavija serratifolia
- Serrate-leaved Clavija
- Serrate-leaved Tree Orchid
Description
Clavija serratifolia (also called Clavija de Serratifolia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in rainforests, wetlands, and other tropical habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Clavija serratifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Clavija serratifolia has yellow flowers, small seeds, and seedlings that are initially small and spindly.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clavija serratifolia is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Clavija serratifolia
Clavija serratifolia is native to the Andes Mountains in South America.
Clavija serratifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clavija serratifolia?
Clavija serratifolia
What is the family of Clavija serratifolia?
Commelinaceae
What is the common name of Clavija serratifolia?
Serrate-leaved Clavija
Species in the Clavija genus
Clavija biborrana,
Clavija caloneura,
Clavija cardenasii,
Clavija cauliflora,
Clavija clavata,
Clavija colombiana,
Clavija costaricana,
Clavija domingensis,
Clavija eggersiana,
Clavija elliptica,
Clavija engelsii,
Clavija euerganea,
Clavija fernandezii,
Clavija fusca,
Clavija grandis,
Clavija harlingii,
Clavija hookeri,
Clavija imatacae,
Clavija jelskii,
Clavija kalbreyeri,
Clavija killipii,
Clavija lancifolia,
Clavija laplanadae,
Clavija latifolia,
Clavija lehmannii,
Clavija leucocraspeda,
Clavija longifolia,
Clavija macrocarpa,
Clavija macrophylla,
Clavija membranacea,
Clavija mezii,
Clavija minor,
Clavija myrmeciocarpa,
Clavija neglecta,
Clavija nutans,
Clavija obtusifolia,
Clavija ornata,
Clavija parvula,
Clavija peruviana,
Clavija plumbea,
Clavija poeppigii,
Clavija procera,
Clavija pubens,
Clavija pungens,
Clavija repanda,
Clavija rodekiana,
Clavija sanctae-martae,
Clavija serratifolia,
Clavija spinosa,
Clavija subandina,
Species in the Primulaceae family
Aegiceras corniculatum,
Aegiceras floridum,
Amblyanthopsis bhotanica,
Amblyanthopsis membranacea,
Amblyanthopsis philippinensis,
Amblyanthus glandulosus,
Amblyanthus multiflorus,
Amblyanthus obovatus,
Amblyanthus praetervisus,
Androsace beringensis,
Androsace idahoensis,
Androsace adenocephala,
Androsace adfinis,
Androsace aflatunensis,
Androsace aizoon,
Androsace akbajtalensis,
Androsace alaica,
Androsace alaschanica,
Androsace alaskana,
Androsace albana,
Androsace alchemilloides,
Androsace alpina,
Androsace americana,
Androsace apus,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace argentea,
Androsace armeniaca,
Androsace axillaris,
Androsace baltistanica,
Androsace bidentata,
Androsace bisulca,
Androsace brachystegia,
Androsace brahmaputrae,
Androsace brevis,
Androsace bryomorpha,
Androsace bulleyana,
Androsace bungeana,
Androsace caduca,
Androsace caespitosa,
Androsace cernuiflora,
Androsace chaixii,
Androsace chamaejasme,
Androsace ciliata,
Androsace ciliifolia,
Androsace constancei,
Androsace coronata,
Androsace cortusifolia,
Androsace croftii,
Androsace cuscutiformis,