Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
chateri
ID:
1326798

Status:
valid

Authors:
(T.N.Ho) Adr.Favre

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Taxon 63: 351 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339252

Common Names

  • Kuepferia chateri
  • Chateri Kuepferia
  • Chateri Feather Grass

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kuepferia chateri 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 chateri is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Kuepferia chateri

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

Kuepferia chateri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kuepferia chateri?

Kuepferia chateri

What is the common name of Kuepferia chateri?

Chater's Kuepferia

What is the natural habitat of Kuepferia chateri?

It is native to the Himalayas in India, Nepal, and Bhutan

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

Ting Nung Ho (1938-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.N.Ho' 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:77138759-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.