Status:
valid
Authors:
Halford
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 3: 439 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221236
Common Names
- Kohautia australiensis
- Australiensis Kohautia
- Kohautia Australiensis
Description
Kohautia australiensis (also called Australian Kohautia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Australia. It is found in montane forests and wet grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Kohautia australiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Kohautia australiensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kohautia australiensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Kohautia australiensis
Kohautia australiensis is native to Africa, specifically in Angola and Zambia.
Kohautia australiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kohautia australiensis?
Kohautia australiensis
What is the common name of Kohautia australiensis?
Australiensis
What is the natural habitat of Kohautia australiensis?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Kohautia genus
Kohautia amatymbica,
Kohautia angolensis,
Kohautia aspera,
Kohautia australiensis,
Kohautia azurea,
Kohautia caespitosa,
Kohautia coccinea,
Kohautia confusa,
Kohautia cynanchica,
Kohautia dolichostyla,
Kohautia euryantha,
Kohautia gracilis,
Kohautia gracillima,
Kohautia grandiflora,
Kohautia huillensis,
Kohautia kimuenzae,
Kohautia microflora,
Kohautia nagporensis,
Kohautia pappii,
Kohautia platyphylla,
Kohautia pleiocaulis,
Kohautia quartiniana,
Kohautia ramosissima,
Kohautia retrorsa,
Kohautia socotrana,
Kohautia subverticillata,
Kohautia tenuis,
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
David A. Halford: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halford' in the authors string.