Serjania spinosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinosa
ID:
1414938
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Radlk.) Ferrucci & V.W.Steinm.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 42: 111 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427403
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Serjania spinosa (also called Spinosa Serjania, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall and is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Serjania spinosa is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Serjania spinosa is a small, white, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are slender and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Serjania spinosa is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Serjania spinosa
Serjania spinosa can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Serjania spinosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Serjania spinosa?
Serjania spinosa
What type of plant is Serjania spinosa?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant
Where is Serjania spinosa found?
It is found in the Caribbean, Central America, 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
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77162921-1: Based on the initial data import