Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
sessilis
ID:
357197

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ding Hou

Source:
ksu

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Fl. Males. 6: 261 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356529

Common Names

  • Kokoona sessilis
  • Sessile Kokoona
  • Stalkless Kokoona

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Description

Kokoona sessilis (also called 'Kokoona', 'Sessilis' and 'Kokoona sessilis', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas and India. It typically grows in moist, shady areas and has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Kokoona sessilis 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 sessilis 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 sessilis is a tropical shrub native to Sri Lanka. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Kokoona sessilis

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

Kokoona sessilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kokoona sessilis?

Kokoona sessilis

What is the common name of Kokoona sessilis?

Sessilis Kokoona

What is the natural habitat of Kokoona sessilis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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,

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