Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
coriacea
ID:
1260555

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.F.Stevens) P.F.Stevens

Source:
tro

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Telopea 5: 360 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259893



Common Names

  • Kayea coriacea
  • Coriacea Kayea
  • Coriacea


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Description

Kayea coriacea (also called Coriaceous Kayea, among many other common names) is a shrub found in the Himalayas. It has an erect stem, with coriaceous leaves and white flowers. It grows in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Kayea coriacea is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kayea coriacea has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kayea coriacea is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is hardy to USDA Zone 8.

Where to Find Kayea coriacea

Kayea coriacea can be found in India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.

Kayea coriacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kayea coriacea?

Kayea coriacea

What is the common name of Kayea coriacea?

Coriacea Kayea

What is the natural habitat of Kayea coriacea?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Calophyllaceae family

Calophyllum acidus, Calophyllum acutiputamen, Calophyllum aerarium, Calophyllum alboramulum, Calophyllum amblyphyllum, Calophyllum andersonii, Calophyllum angulare, Calophyllum apetalum, Calophyllum archipelagi, Calophyllum ardens, Calophyllum articulatum, Calophyllum aurantiacum, Calophyllum aureobrunnescens, Calophyllum aureum, Calophyllum austroindicum, Calophyllum balansae, Calophyllum banyengii, Calophyllum bicolor, Calophyllum biflorum, Calophyllum bifurcatum, Calophyllum blancoi, Calophyllum brachyphyllum, Calophyllum bracteatum, Calophyllum brasiliense, Calophyllum brassii, Calophyllum calaba, Calophyllum calcicola, Calophyllum caledonicum, Calophyllum canum, Calophyllum carrii, Calophyllum castaneum, Calophyllum caudatum, Calophyllum celebicum, Calophyllum cerasiferum, Calophyllum ceriferum, Calophyllum chapelieri, Calophyllum clemensiorum, Calophyllum collinum, Calophyllum comorense, Calophyllum complanatum, Calophyllum confertum, Calophyllum confusum, Calophyllum cordato-oblongum, Calophyllum coriaceum, Calophyllum costatum, Calophyllum costulatum, Calophyllum cucullatum, Calophyllum cuneifolium, Calophyllum dasypodium, Calophyllum depressinervosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50193744: Based on the initial data import
Peter F. Stevens (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.F.Stevens' in the authors string.