Kohautia caespitosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schnizl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1842
Citation Micro:
Flora 25(Beibl.): 145 (1842)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221241
Common Names
- Kohautia caespitosa
- Caespitosa Kohautia
- Kohautia Caespitosa
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- Oldenlandia caespitosa (Schnizl.) Cufod. [illegitimate]
- Hedyotis caespitosa Walp. [valid]
Description
Kohautia caespitosa (also called Tufted Kohautia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in montane forests and wet grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Kohautia caespitosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Kohautia caespitosa sub. amaniensis (K.Krause) GovaertsKohautia caespitosa sub. brachyloba (Sonder) D.Mantell
Kohautia caespitosa sub. caespitosa
Kohautia caespitosa var. kilaliensis Verdc.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Kohautia caespitosa has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Kohautia caespitosa is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Kohautia caespitosa
Kohautia caespitosa is native to Africa, specifically in Angola and Zambia.
Kohautia caespitosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kohautia caespitosa?
Kohautia caespitosa
What is the common name of Kohautia caespitosa?
Caespitosa
What is the natural habitat of Kohautia caespitosa?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-106213: Based on the initial data import
Adalbert Schnizlein (1814-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schnizl.' in the authors string.