Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kirkii
ID:
222144

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Bullock

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1934: 231 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221473

Common Names

  • Kraussia
  • Cape Ivy
  • Cape Ivy Bush

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Synonyms

  • Rhabdostigma kirkii Hook.f. [valid]

Description

Kraussia kirkii (also called Kirk's Kraussia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Araceae family. It is an epiphytic herb with a creeping rhizome, and is native to Madagascar. It prefers moist, shady habitats such as tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Kraussia kirkii is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kraussia kirkii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kraussia kirkii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix until roots form. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be kept in partial shade.

Where to Find Kraussia kirkii

Kraussia kirkii is native to South Africa and can be found in the Northern Cape Province.

Kraussia kirkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kraussia kirkii?

Kraussia kirkii

What is the common name of Kraussia kirkii?

Kirki's Kraussia

What is the family of Kraussia kirkii?

Asteraceae

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-106436: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Arthur Allman Bullock (1906-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bullock' in the authors string.