Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coccinea
ID:
185704

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Curtis) Vent.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Jard. Malmaison: 105 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185033



Common Names

  • Kennedia Coccinea
  • Scarlet Runner
  • Scarlet Kennedia


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Synonyms

  • Glycine coccinea Curtis [valid]
  • Caulinia coccinea (Curtis) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Caulinia coccinea (Vent.) F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Zichya coccinea (Curtis) Hügel [unknown]

Description

Kennedia coccinea (also called Scarlet Kennedia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Kennedia coccinea is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Kennedia coccinea sub. calcaria Lally
Kennedia coccinea sub. esotera Lally
Kennedia coccinea var. coccinea
Kennedia coccinea sub. coccinea

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kennedia coccinea has small, red flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kennedia coccinea is a tropical plant native to Australia. It is a small shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Kennedia coccinea

Kennedia coccinea is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Kennedia coccinea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kennedia coccinea?

Kennedia coccinea

What is the common name of Kennedia coccinea?

Scarlet Kennedia

What is the natural habitat of Kennedia coccinea?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Étienne Pierre Ventenat (1757-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vent.' in the authors string.
William Curtis (1746-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Curtis' in the authors string.