Status:
valid
Authors:
Somner
Source:
ksu
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Bradea 5: 69 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493342
Common Names
- Serjania bradeana
- Bradeana Serjania
- Tropical Serjania
Description
Serjania bradeana (also called 'Brade's Serjania', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It typically grows in moist, grassy areas, such as meadows, and can reach heights of up to 1 meter.
Uses & Benefits
Serjania bradeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used as a natural insecticide.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Serjania bradeana are small and yellowish-white. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oblong-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem with leaves that are oval-shaped and have toothed edges.
Cultivation and Propagation
Serjania bradeana is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of drought. It is not frost tolerant.
Where to Find Serjania bradeana
Serjania bradeana is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Serjania bradeana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Serjania bradeana?
Serjania bradeana
What are the common names of Serjania bradeana?
Brade's Serjania
What is the natural habitat of Serjania bradeana?
Tropical and subtropical regions of the world
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