Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
hispida
ID:
494172

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl. & Steyerm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 23: 171 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493504

Common Names

  • Serjania hispida
  • Hairy Serjania
  • Serjania

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Description

Serjania hispida (also called Hairy Serjania, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree in the Sapindaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and scrublands. It has alternate, pinnate leaves and yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Serjania hispida is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever and as a diuretic. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Serjania hispida is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single stem with hairy leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serjania hispida can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Stem cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the plant in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Serjania hispida

Serjania hispida can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Serjania hispida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serjania hispida?

Serjania hispida

What is the common name of Serjania hispida?

Serjania

What is the natural habitat of Serjania hispida?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2582827: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.