Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
kochii
ID:
254585

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pilg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
in Koch-Grunberg, Zwei Jahre unter den Indianern ii. 371 (1910); Fedde, Repert. Nov. Sp. viii. 151.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253917



Common Names

  • Odontadenia kochii
  • Koch's Odontadenia
  • Odontadenia Kochii


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Synonyms

  • Odontadenia sandwithiana Woodson [unknown]

Description

Odontadenia kochii (also called Koch's Odontadenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in humid forests and along riverbanks. It has white flowers with yellowish-green centers, and its leaves are elliptic and leathery.

Uses & Benefits

Odontadenia kochii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Odontadenia kochii has small, tubular flowers with white petals and yellowish-green sepals. The flowers are borne in clusters of up to 8. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontadenia kochii can be propagated by division or cuttings. When propagating by division, the rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least two buds each. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once rooted, they can be potted up and grown in a bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Odontadenia kochii

Odontadenia kochii is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats of the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Odontadenia kochii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontadenia kochii?

Odontadenia kochii

What is the natural habitat of Odontadenia kochii?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What is the flower color of Odontadenia kochii?

White, yellow, pink, or purple

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