Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
tro
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 37: 148 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001134794
Common Names
- Serjania longistipula
- Longistipula Serjania
- Longistipula's Serjania
Description
Serjania longistipula (also called 'Long-stalked 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 longistipula 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
Flower: small, white, 5-petaled flowers. Seed: small, black, round seeds. Seedlings: small, green, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Serjania longistipula 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 longistipula
Serjania longistipula 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