Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
613351

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 2: 87 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612683

Common Names

  • Cnestis ferruginea
  • Ferruginous Knotweed
  • Ferruginous Knotweed-grass

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Synonyms

  • Spondioides ferruginea Smeathman ex DC. [unknown]
  • Agelaea ferruginea Sol. ex Planch. [unknown]
  • Cnestis fraterna Planch. [unknown]
  • Cnestis oblongifolia Baker [unknown]
  • Cnestis togoensis Gilg [unknown]

Description

Cnestis ferruginea (also called 'Rusty Cnestis', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and white, fragrant flowers. It prefers to grow in moist, shady areas and is commonly found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cnestis ferruginea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cnestis ferruginea has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, dark green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cnestis ferruginea is a perennial herb that is propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers a sunny position and moist soil. It is hardy to USDA Zone 10.

Where to Find Cnestis ferruginea

Cnestis ferruginea is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It can be found in wet areas such as marshes, swamps, and along the edges of ponds and lakes.

Cnestis ferruginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cnestis ferruginea?

Cnestis ferruginea

What is the common name of Cnestis ferruginea?

Rusty Yellow-eyed Grass

Where is Cnestis ferruginea found?

Cnestis ferruginea is found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

Species in the Connaraceae family

Agelaea annobonensis, Agelaea baronii, Agelaea borneensis, Agelaea claessensii, Agelaea conraui, Agelaea gabonensis, Agelaea insignis, Agelaea macrophylla, Agelaea palmata, Agelaea paradoxa, Agelaea pentagyna, Agelaea poggeana, Agelaea rubiginosa, Agelaea trinervis, Burttia prunoides, Cnestidium bakerianum, Cnestidium froesii, Cnestidium guianense, Cnestidium rufescens, Cnestis bomiensis, Cnestis corniculata, Cnestis ferruginea, Cnestis macrantha, Cnestis macrophylla, Cnestis mannii, Cnestis mildbraedii, Cnestis palala, Cnestis polyphylla, Cnestis racemosa, Cnestis uncata, Cnestis urens, Cnestis yangambiensis, Connarus vulcanicus, Connarus africanus, Connarus agamae, Connarus andamanicus, Connarus annamensis, Connarus bariensis, Connarus beyrichii, Connarus blanchetii, Connarus brachybotryosus, Connarus bracteosovillosus, Connarus celatus, Connarus championii, Connarus cochinchinensis, Connarus conchocarpus, Connarus congolanus, Connarus cordatus, Connarus coriaceus, Connarus costaricensis,