Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
profunda
ID:
222058

Status:
valid

Authors:
Markgr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Blumea 20: 424 (1972 publ. 1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221387



Common Names

  • Kopsia profunda
  • Profunda Kopsia
  • Profunda Kopsia Tree


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Synonyms

  • Kopsia terengganensis L.Allorge & Wiart [unknown]

Description

Kopsia profunda (also called 'Deep Kopsia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar, and grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Kopsia profunda is used as an ornamental plant and can be grown in gardens and containers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kopsia profunda has small, yellow, bell-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kopsia profunda is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Kopsia profunda

Kopsia profunda is native to tropical Asia and can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and China.

Kopsia profunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kopsia profunda?

Kopsia profunda

What type of plant is Kopsia profunda?

Kopsia profunda is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae.

Where is Kopsia profunda found?

Kopsia profunda is found in Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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