Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
souzana
ID:
1273314

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ferrucci & Acev.-Rodr.

Source:
tro

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 30: 157 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272652

Common Names

  • Souza's Serjania
  • Souza's Serjania
  • Souza's Serjania Tree

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Description

Serjania souzana (also called Souza's Serjania, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It typically grows to a height of 2-3 m and has leaves that are ovate-lanceolate in shape, with a serrated margin. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Serjania souzana is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a source of food, fuel, and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Serjania souzana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serjania souzana is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Serjania souzana

Serjania souzana can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including parts of Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Serjania souzana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serjania souzana?

Serjania souzana

What is the common name of Serjania souzana?

Souza's serjania

Where is Serjania souzana found?

Serjania souzana is found in the mountains of western China.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50258702: Based on the initial data import
Pedro Acevedo-Rodríguez (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Acev.-Rodr.' in the authors string.
María Silvia Ferrucci (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ferrucci' in the authors string.