Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rudis
ID:
904816

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Mey. ex Harv.) Verdc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 36: 509 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000904151

Common Names

  • Coddia rudis
  • Rough Coddia
  • Rough Coddiopsis

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Description

Coddia rudis (also called Rough Coddia, among many other common names) is a perennial grass with a tufted habit, native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It grows in open grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has a short, erect stem, and its leaves are linear and have a rough texture.

Uses & Benefits

Coddia rudis has been used for medicinal purposes, such as to treat fever, coughs, and colds. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coddia rudis has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a long taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coddia rudis is a perennial grass that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, including clay and sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be mowed to keep it looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Coddia rudis

Coddia rudis can be found in dry forests in Africa.

Coddia rudis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coddia rudis?

Coddia rudis

What is the common name of Coddia rudis?

Rough Windgrass

What is the natural habitat of Coddia rudis?

Grassy areas, roadsides, and disturbed sites

Species in the Coddia genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-44693: Based on the initial data import
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.
Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.