Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Serjania : 221 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493394
Common Names
- Serjania fuscifolia
- Fuscifolia Serjania
- Tropical Serjania
Description
Serjania fuscifolia (also called dark-leaved serjania, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of 2 meters and its leaves are trifoliate, up to 10 cm long. Its fruits are globose, up to 1 cm in diameter. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Serjania fuscifolia is used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Serjania fuscifolia 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 fuscifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub or small tree. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Serjania fuscifolia
Serjania fuscifolia can be found in Mexico, Central America, and northern South America.
Serjania fuscifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Serjania fuscifolia?
Serjania fuscifolia
What is the common name of Serjania fuscifolia?
Fuscifolia
What is the family of Serjania fuscifolia?
Sapindaceae
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