Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1938: 236 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356518
Common Names
- Kokoona ovatolanceolata
- Ovate-lanceolate Kokoona
- Ovate Lanceolate Kokoona
Description
Kokoona ovatolanceolata (also called Kokoona ovatolanceolata, 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 ovatolanceolata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Kokoona ovatolanceolata 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kokoona ovatolanceolata 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 ovatolanceolata
Kokoona ovatolanceolata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, India, and Sri Lanka.
Kokoona ovatolanceolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kokoona ovatolanceolata?
Kokoona ovatolanceolata
What is the common name of Kokoona ovatolanceolata?
Ovate-lanceolate Kokoona
What is the natural habitat of Kokoona ovatolanceolata?
Salt marshes, dunes, and sandy beaches
Species in the Kokoona genus
Kokoona coriacea,
Kokoona filiformis,
Kokoona leucoclada,
Kokoona littoralis,
Kokoona ochracea,
Kokoona ovatolanceolata,
Kokoona reflexa,
Kokoona sabahana,
Kokoona zeylanica,
Kokoona sessilis,
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,