Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
unguiculata
ID:
1267048

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
tro

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17: 359 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001266386

Common Names

  • Fingernail Serjania
  • Fingernail Milkvine
  • Fingernail Serjaniaceae

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Description

Serjania unguiculata (also called 'Clawed Serjania', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It has pinnate leaves with several leaflets and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Serjania unguiculata is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of natural dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Serjania unguiculata has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serjania unguiculata is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from cuttings and grown in full sun or partial shade. The plant prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in spring and summer.

Where to Find Serjania unguiculata

Serjania unguiculata can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Serjania unguiculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serjania unguiculata?

Serjania unguiculata

What is the common name of Serjania unguiculata?

Unguiculate Serjania

What is the natural habitat of Serjania unguiculata?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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