Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
1135449

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
tro

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Serjania : 331 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001134787

Common Names

  • Serjania insignis
  • Insignis Serjania
  • Insignis's Serjania

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Description

Serjania insignis (also called 'Showy Serjania', among many other common names) is a woody climber with yellow flowers and fruits. It is native to tropical America and is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Serjania insignis is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Serjania insignis are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serjania insignis is a shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Serjania insignis

Serjania insignis is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

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