Kotschya uniflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Chev.) Hepper
Source:
ildis
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.11: 126 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175888
Common Names
- Kotschya
- Uniflora
- Coral Tree
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- Smithia uniflora A.Chev. [valid]
Description
Kotschya uniflora (also called 'One-flowered Kotschya', among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, where it can be found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in coastal areas. It has a straight trunk and a conical crown, and can reach up to 15 meters in height.
Uses & Benefits
Kotschya uniflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock. The bark is used for tanning leather and the wood is used for making furniture and tools.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Kotschya uniflora flower is a small, white, five-petaled flower. Its seeds are small, black, and round. Its seedlings are small, green, and have multiple stems.
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Kotschya uniflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Kotschya uniflora
Kotschya uniflora can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
Kotschya uniflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kotschya uniflora?
Kotschya uniflora
What is the common name of Kotschya uniflora?
Kotschya uniflora
What is the family of Kotschya uniflora?
Fabaceae
Species in the Kotschya genus
Kotschya aeschynomenoides, Kotschya africana, Kotschya bullockii, Kotschya capitulifera, Kotschya carsonii, Kotschya coalescens, Kotschya eurycalyx, Kotschya goetzei, Kotschya imbricata, Kotschya longiloba, Kotschya lutea, Kotschya micrantha, Kotschya ochreata, Kotschya oubanguiensis, Kotschya parvifolia, Kotschya platyphylla, Kotschya princeana, Kotschya prittwitzii, Kotschya recurvifolia, Kotschya scaberrima, Kotschya schweinfurthii, Kotschya speciosa, Kotschya stolonifera, Kotschya strigosa, Kotschya strobilantha, Kotschya suberifera, Kotschya thymodora, Kotschya uguenensis, Kotschya uniflora, Kotschya perrieri,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
Frank Nigel Hepper (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hepper' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Kotschya uniflora (A.Chev.) Hepper: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.