Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coccinea
ID:
221924

Status:
valid

Authors:
Royle

Source:
wcs

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Ill. Bot. Himal. Mts. : 241 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221253

Common Names

  • Kohautia coccinea
  • Coccinea Kohautia
  • Kohautia

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Synonyms

  • Oldenlandia abyssinica Hiern [valid]
  • Oldenlandia coccinea Hook.f. [valid]
  • Oldenlandia debeerstii De Wild. & T.Durand [valid]
  • Oldenlandia macrodonta Baker [valid]
  • Pentas modesta Baker [valid]
  • Hedyotis abyssinica Hochst. ex A.Rich. [valid]
  • Hedyotis coccinea Walp. [valid]
  • Hedyotis senegalensis A.Rich. [valid]

Description

Kohautia coccinea (also called Scarlet Kohautia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. This plant typically grows in moist forests, at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Kohautia coccinea 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 coccinea has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kohautia coccinea 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 coccinea

Kohautia coccinea is native to Africa, specifically in Angola and Zambia.

Kohautia coccinea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kohautia coccinea?

Kohautia coccinea

What is the common name of Kohautia coccinea?

Coccinea

What is the natural habitat of Kohautia coccinea?

Tropical rainforests

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