Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
itatiaiensis
ID:
494140

Status:
valid

Authors:
Somner

Source:
ksu

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bradea 5: 64 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493472

Common Names

  • Serjania Itatiaiensis
  • Serjania
  • Itatiaiensis

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Description

Serjania itatiaiensis (also called Itatiaia Serjania, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and grows up to 40 cm tall. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate-lanceolate, with a serrated margin. It is found in moist forests, grasslands, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Serjania itatiaiensis 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

Serjania itatiaiensis has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serjania itatiaiensis is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Fertilize the plant monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Serjania itatiaiensis

Serjania itatiaiensis is found in Brazil.

Serjania itatiaiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serjania itatiaiensis?

Serjania itatiaiensis

What is the common name of Serjania itatiaiensis?

Itatiaia Serjania

What is the family of Serjania itatiaiensis?

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