Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
rzedowskiana
ID:
1335646

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ferrucci & V.W.Steinm.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 41: 775 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348100

Common Names

  • Serjania
  • Rzedowskiana
  • Serjania Rzedowskiana

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Description

Serjania rzedowskiana (also called Rzedowski's Serjania, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America and is commonly found in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Serjania rzedowskiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and its flowers are used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Serjania rzedowskiana has small, white flowers with 5 petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serjania rzedowskiana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy stems and placed in a potting mix that is kept moist until roots form. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Serjania rzedowskiana

Serjania rzedowskiana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

Serjania rzedowskiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serjania rzedowskiana?

Serjania rzedowskiana

What is the common name of Serjania rzedowskiana?

Serjania

What type of plant is Serjania rzedowskiana?

Herbaceous plant

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

Victor W. Steinmann (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.W.Steinm.' in the authors string.
María Silvia Ferrucci (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ferrucci' in the authors string.