Khadia media - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.J.D.Winter & N.Hahn
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Aloë 36: 16. 1999.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356588
Common Names
- Khadia media
- Medium Khadia
- Intermediate Khadia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Khadia media (also called Cladium media, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in moist, wet soils and is often found in marshes, swamps, and other wetland habitats. It has long, narrow leaves that are up to 1.5 m long and 5 cm wide.
Uses & Benefits
Khadia media is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Khadia media has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Khadia media can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Cultivation is best done in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Khadia media
Khadia media can be found in the temperate regions of Europe and Asia.
Khadia media FAQ
What is the scientific name of Khadia media?
Khadia media
What is the common name of Khadia media?
Medium Khadia
Where is Khadia media native to?
Southeast Asia
Species in the Khadia genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Norbert Hahn (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hahn' in the authors string.
Pieter J.D. Winter (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.D.Winter' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000356588: Based on the initial data import