Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
kingiana
ID:
925185

Status:
valid

Authors:
Colenso

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 3: 20 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000924520



Common Names

  • King's Coriaria
  • King's Tutu
  • Tutu


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Description

Coriaria kingiana (also called King's coriaria, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to New Zealand. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in open woodlands and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Coriaria kingiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Coriaria kingiana are small, yellowish-green, and clustered in small umbels. The seeds are small, black, and globular. The seedlings are small, with thin, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coriaria kingiana is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Coriaria kingiana

Coriaria kingiana is native to Southeast Asia.

Species in the Coriaria genus

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-47213: Based on the initial data import
William Colenso (1811-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Colenso' in the authors string.