Kungia aliciae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aliciae
ID:
1261714
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Raym.-Hamet) K.T.Fu
Source:
tro
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
J. NorthW. Teacher's Coll. (Nat. Sci.) 1988(1): 4 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001261052
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Kungia aliciae (also called 'Kungia Vine', among many other common names) is a woody, evergreen climber with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in thickets and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Kungia aliciae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Kungia aliciae var. komarovii (Raym.-Hamet) K.T.FuFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Kungia aliciae has small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Kungia aliciae is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate light shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Kungia aliciae
Kungia aliciae is native to Australia and can be found in the dry woodlands of New South Wales and Queensland.
Kungia aliciae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kungia aliciae?
Kungia aliciae
What is the common name of Kungia aliciae?
Alice's Kungia
What is the natural habitat of Kungia aliciae?
Tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Kungia genus
Species in the Crassulaceae family
Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50197979: Based on the initial data import
Kun Tsun Fu (b.1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.T.Fu' in the authors string.
Raymond-Hamet (1890-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raym.-Hamet' in the authors string.