Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
221936

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall.) DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 430 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221265

Common Names

  • Kohautia gracilis
  • Slender Kohautia
  • Kohautia Gracilis

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Synonyms

  • Oldenlandia gracilis (Wall.) Hook.f. [valid]
  • Hedyotis aspera Bedd. [illegitimate]
  • Hedyotis delessertiana Steud. [valid]
  • Hedyotis fusca Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don [valid]
  • Hedyotis gracilis Wall. [valid]
  • Hedyotis stricta (L.) Wall. [illegitimate]

Description

Kohautia gracilis (also called Slender 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 gracilis 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

The flower of Kohautia gracilis is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kohautia gracilis 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 gracilis

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

Kohautia gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kohautia gracilis?

Kohautia gracilis

What is the common name of Kohautia gracilis?

N/A

Where is Kohautia gracilis native to?

South America

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-106236: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.