Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
rachiptera
ID:
494167

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 16: 192. 1891

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493499

Common Names

  • Serjania rachiptera
  • Winged-Fruited Serjania
  • Serjania

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Description

Serjania rachiptera (also called Winged Serjania, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree in the Sapindaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and scrublands. It has alternate, pinnate leaves and yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Serjania rachiptera 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

The flower of Serjania rachiptera is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem with compound leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serjania rachiptera 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 rachiptera

Serjania rachiptera is native to Central America and can be found in tropical rainforests and dry deciduous forests.

Serjania rachiptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serjania rachiptera?

Serjania rachiptera

What is the common name of Serjania rachiptera?

Serjania

What is the natural habitat of Serjania rachiptera?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

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