Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
virosum
ID:
357220

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Candargy

Source:
ksu

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 44: 159 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356552



Common Names

  • Kenopleurum virosum
  • Virosum Kenopleurum
  • Kenopleurum Vine


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Description

Kenopleurum virosum (also called 'Virosum Kenopleurum' and 'Virosum Kenopleurum', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It typically grows in wet, marshy areas and has long, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Kenopleurum virosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its attractive foliage and small, white flowers make it a popular choice for borders, containers, and rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kenopleurum virosum has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters of three. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kenopleurum virosum is a shrub that is native to India. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Kenopleurum virosum

Kenopleurum virosum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, India, and Sri Lanka.

Kenopleurum virosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kenopleurum virosum?

Kenopleurum virosum

What is the common name of Kenopleurum virosum?

Virosum Kenopleurum

What is the natural habitat of Kenopleurum virosum?

Moist forests and grasslands

Species in the Kenopleurum genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,