Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
reflexa
ID:
357187

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.A.Lawson) Ding Hou

Source:
ksu

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Fl. Males. 6: 262 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356519

Common Names

  • Kokoona reflexa
  • Reflexed Kokoona
  • Reflex Kokoona

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Synonyms

  • Lophopetalum reflexum M.A.Lawson [unknown]
  • Hippocratea maingayi M.A.Lawson [unknown]

Description

Kokoona reflexa (also called Kokoona reflexa, 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 reflexa 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 reflexa 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 reflexa 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 reflexa

Kokoona reflexa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, India, and Sri Lanka.

Kokoona reflexa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kokoona reflexa?

Kokoona reflexa

What is the common name of Kokoona reflexa?

Reflexed Kokoona

What is the natural habitat of Kokoona reflexa?

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,

References

Marmaduke Alexander Lawson (1840-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Lawson' in the authors string.
Ding Hou (1921-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ding Hou' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:161684-1: Based on the initial data import