Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
clarkeana
ID:
622280

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 39: 254 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621612

Common Names

  • Coronanthera clarkeana
  • Clarke's Coronanthera
  • Clarke's Coronilla

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Description

Coronanthera clarkeana (also called 'Korokio', 'Wire-netting Bush', 'Korokio Korokio' among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has small, leathery, dark green leaves with a yellowish-green underside and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Coronanthera clarkeana is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and coughs. It has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and astringent properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Coronanthera clarkeana flower is small and yellow with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coronanthera clarkeana is a small, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It is easy to grow and propagate from cuttings or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be pruned to shape and is tolerant of dry conditions. It is also frost hardy.

Where to Find Coronanthera clarkeana

Coronanthera clarkeana is native to South Africa.

Coronanthera clarkeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coronanthera clarkeana?

Coronanthera clarkeana

What is the common name of Coronanthera clarkeana?

Clarkeana

What is the family of Coronanthera clarkeana?

Apocynaceae

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

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