Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
otophora
ID:
1326807

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) Adr.Favre

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Taxon 63: 351 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339261

Common Names

  • Kuepferia otophora
  • Otophora Kuepferia
  • Otophora Feather Grass

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Uses & Benefits

Kuepferia otophora is used as a source of firewood, timber, and forage for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine and for making charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kuepferia otophora has white flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are thin and long, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kuepferia otophora 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 otophora

Kuepferia otophora is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Kuepferia otophora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kuepferia otophora?

Kuepferia otophora

Where is Kuepferia otophora found?

Kuepferia otophora is found in Japan

What is the growth habit of Kuepferia otophora?

Kuepferia otophora is an evergreen perennial with a low-growing habit

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

Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' 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:77138769-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.