Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
nipensis
ID:
494126

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 23A(5): 77 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493458

Common Names

  • Serjania Nipensis
  • Serjania
  • Nipensis

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Description

Serjania nipensis (also called Nip 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 nipensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and skin infections. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to make a tea that is believed to have calming effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Serjania nipensis 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 nipensis 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 nipensis

Serjania nipensis is found in Brazil.

Serjania nipensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serjania nipensis?

Serjania nipensis

What is the family of Serjania nipensis?

Sapindaceae

Where is Serjania nipensis native to?

Brazil

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