Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
caryophyllea
ID:
1326797

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harry Sm.) Adr.Favre

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Taxon 63: 350 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339251

Common Names

  • Kuepferia caryophyllea
  • Caryophyllea Kuepferia
  • Caryophyllea Feather Grass

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Description

Kuepferia caryophyllea (also called 'Pink Kuepferia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a small shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical forests and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Kuepferia caryophyllea is used as a source of timber, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of gum.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kuepferia caryophyllea is a small, white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kuepferia caryophyllea is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Kuepferia caryophyllea

Kuepferia caryophyllea can be found in the Middle East, including Yemen, Oman, and Saudi Arabia.

Kuepferia caryophyllea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kuepferia caryophyllea?

Kuepferia caryophyllea

What type of plant is Kuepferia caryophyllea?

Kuepferia caryophyllea is a herbaceous perennial plant.

Where is Kuepferia caryophyllea native to?

Kuepferia caryophyllea is native to the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Karl August Harald Smith (1889-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harry Sm.' in the authors string.
Adrien Favre (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Adr.Favre' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77138758-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.