Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
confusa
ID:
221925

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hutch. & Dalziel) Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Verh. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch., Afd. Natuurk., Sect. 2 , 48(2): 89 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221254

Common Names

  • Kohautia confusa
  • Confusa Kohautia
  • Kohautia

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Synonyms

  • Kohautia ubangensis Bremek. [valid]
  • Oldenlandia confusa Hutch. & Dalziel [valid]

Description

Kohautia confusa (also called Confused 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 confusa 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 confusa has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kohautia confusa 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 confusa

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

Kohautia confusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kohautia confusa?

Kohautia confusa

What is the common name of Kohautia confusa?

Confusa

What is the natural habitat of Kohautia confusa?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-106226: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
John McEwan Dalziel (1872-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalziel' in the authors string.
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.