Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
racemosa
ID:
494180

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schum.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Skr. Naturhist.-Selsk. 3(2): 127 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493512

Common Names

  • Serjania racemosa
  • Racemose Serjania
  • Serjania

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Synonyms

  • Cururu racemosa House [unknown]

Description

Serjania racemosa (also called Racemose Serjania, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Sapindaceae family. It is native to the tropical forests of South America, and is found in humid habitats. It is a shrub or small tree, and is characterized by its racemose inflorescences.

Uses & Benefits

Serjania racemosa 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 racemosa has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serjania racemosa 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 racemosa

Serjania racemosa is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Serjania racemosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serjania racemosa?

Serjania racemosa

What is the family of Serjania racemosa?

Sapindaceae

What is the common name of Serjania racemosa?

Racemose Soapberry

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