Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
littoralis
ID:
357164

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.A.Lawson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 1: 617 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356496

Common Names

  • Kokoona littoralis
  • Littoral Kokoona
  • Coastal Kokoona

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Synonyms

  • Solenospermum littorale (M.A.Lawson) Loes. [unknown]

Description

Kokoona littoralis (also called Kokoona littoralis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions of the world. It has small, leathery leaves and grows in wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Kokoona littoralis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Kokoona littoralis var. bakoensis Kochummen
Kokoona littoralis var. longifolia Kochummen
Kokoona littoralis var. littoralis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kokoona littoralis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure. The seedlings are small, dark green with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kokoona littoralis is a perennial, rhizomatous herb that can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. It prefers moist, acidic soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.

Where to Find Kokoona littoralis

Kokoona littoralis is native to the Caribbean, from Cuba and the Bahamas south to Trinidad and Tobago.

Kokoona littoralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kokoona littoralis?

Kokoona littoralis

What is the common name of Kokoona littoralis?

Littoral Kokoona

What is the natural habitat of Kokoona littoralis?

Salt marshes, dunes, and sandy beaches

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,