Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
kosnipatae
ID:
508828

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huamantupa

Source:
ksu

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Arnaldoa 12: 82 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508160

Common Names

  • Kosnipatae Vochysia
  • Kosnipatae
  • Vochysia Kosnipatae

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Description

Vochysia kosnipatae (also called Kosnipata Vochysia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical South America. It has a low-growing habit and grows to a height of 5–10 cm. It prefers moist soils and is often found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Vochysia kosnipatae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vochysia kosnipatae has small, yellow flowers with five petals, and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vochysia kosnipatae is an evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by division. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Vochysia kosnipatae

Vochysia kosnipatae can be found in the Amazon rainforest in South America.

Vochysia kosnipatae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vochysia kosnipatae?

Vochysia kosnipatae

What is the common name of Vochysia kosnipatae?

Kosnipata Vochysia

What are the uses of Vochysia kosnipatae?

Vochysia kosnipatae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Species in the Vochysia genus

Vochysia pacifica, Vochysia saccata, Vochysia penae, Vochysia pauciflora, Vochysia calophylla, Vochysia tucanorum, Vochysia tomentosa, Vochysia splendens, Vochysia rotundifolia, Vochysia vismiifolia, Vochysia jonkeri, Vochysia megalantha, Vochysia martiana, Vochysia mariziana, Vochysia mapuerae, Vochysia magna, Vochysia lopezpalacioi, Vochysia liscanoi, Vochysia lehmannii, Vochysia ledouxii, Vochysia laxiflora, Vochysia venezuelana, Vochysia tillettii, Vochysia surinamensis, Vochysia meridensis, Vochysia jefensis, Vochysia spathiphylla, Vochysia pachyantha, Vochysia ortegae, Vochysia steyermarkiana, Vochysia julianensis, Vochysia catingae, Vochysia cassiquiarensis, Vochysia columbiensis, Vochysia aurantiaca, Vochysia assua, Vochysia artantha, Vochysia apopetala, Vochysia angustifolia, Vochysia allenii, Vochysia pygmaea, Vochysia bautistae, Vochysia hannekesaskiae, Vochysia gigantea, Vochysia gentryi, Vochysia garcia-barrigae, Vochysia expansa, Vochysia elegans, Vochysia duquei, Vochysia rubiginosa,

Species in the Vochysiaceae family

Callisthene dryadum, Callisthene erythroclada, Callisthene fasciculata, Callisthene inundata, Callisthene major, Callisthene microphylla, Callisthene minor, Callisthene mollissima, Erisma arietinum, Erisma bicolor, Erisma blancoa, Erisma bracteosum, Erisma calcaratum, Erisma costatum, Erisma djalma-batistae, Erisma floribundum, Erisma fuscum, Erisma gracile, Erisma japura, Erisma lanceolatum, Erisma laurifolium, Erisma maliforme, Erisma megalophyllum, Erisma micranthum, Erisma nitidum, Erisma niveum, Erisma silvae, Erisma splendens, Erisma tessmannii, Erisma uncinatum, Erisma panamense, Erismadelphus exsul, Erismadelphus sessilis, Korupodendron songweanum, Qualea marioniae, Qualea johannabakkerae, Qualea acuminata, Qualea amapaensis, Qualea amoena, Qualea brasiliana, Qualea brevipedicellata, Qualea calantha, Qualea calophylla, Qualea clavata, Qualea coerulea, Qualea cordata, Qualea cryptantha, Qualea cyanea, Qualea cymulosa, Qualea decorticans,