Status:
valid
Authors:
(Tchiengué & Cheek) Cheek
Source:
ipni
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
PLoS ONE 13(6): e0199324 (15). 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330969
Common Names
- Kupeantha Fosimondi
- Fosimondi's Kupeantha
- Kupeantha
Description
Kupeantha fosimondi (also called Kupeantha fosimondii, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single flowering stem. The leaves are divided into three leaflets and the flowers are white or pinkish in color. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Kupeantha fosimondi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cold, and cough. It is also used as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Kupeantha fosimondi is a yellow-green color and is about 1 cm in size. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kupeantha fosimondi is an evergreen, perennial shrub native to South America. It is easily propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Kupeantha fosimondi
Kupeantha fosimondi is native to tropical regions of West Africa. It is found in moist, shady forests and can be purchased from nurseries specializing in tropical plants.
Kupeantha fosimondi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kupeantha fosimondi?
Kupeantha fosimondi
What type of plant is Kupeantha fosimondi?
Kupeantha fosimondi is an orchid species.
Where is Kupeantha fosimondi found?
Kupeantha fosimondi is found in South America.
Species in the Kupeantha genus
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,