Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
fluminensis
ID:
1135833

Status:
valid

Authors:
Acev.-Rodr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 39: 348 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001135171

Common Names

  • Serjania fluminensis
  • Serjania Fluminensis
  • Serjania fluminensis

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Uses & Benefits

Serjania fluminensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, headache, and skin diseases. The leaves are used as an astringent and the fruits are used to treat diarrhea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Serjania fluminensis are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serjania fluminensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is native to Brazil and is found in moist, tropical areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Serjania fluminensis

Serjania fluminensis is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

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

References