Kotschya perrieri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.Vig.) Verdc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 39 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196734
Common Names
- Kotschya perrieri
- Perrier's Kotschya
- Perrier's False Acacia
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- Smithia perrieri R.Vig. [valid]
Description
Kotschya perrieri (also called Perrier's Kotschya, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is an annual herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Kotschya perrieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Kotschya perrieri are yellow and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Kotschya perrieri is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils, but can tolerate light shade. It does not require any pruning, but can be pruned to shape if desired. It is a relatively low-maintenance plant and can be grown in a wide range of soils.
Where to Find Kotschya perrieri
Kotschya perrieri is native to Madagascar.
Kotschya perrieri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kotschya perrieri?
Kotschya perrieri
What is the family of Kotschya perrieri?
Fabaceae
What is the habitat of Kotschya perrieri?
Grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands
Species in the Kotschya genus
Kotschya aeschynomenoides, Kotschya africana, Kotschya bullockii, Kotschya capitulifera, Kotschya carsonii, Kotschya coalescens, Kotschya eurycalyx, Kotschya goetzei, Kotschya imbricata, Kotschya longiloba, Kotschya lutea, Kotschya micrantha, Kotschya ochreata, Kotschya oubanguiensis, Kotschya parvifolia, Kotschya platyphylla, Kotschya princeana, Kotschya prittwitzii, Kotschya recurvifolia, Kotschya scaberrima, Kotschya schweinfurthii, Kotschya speciosa, Kotschya stolonifera, Kotschya strigosa, Kotschya strobilantha, Kotschya suberifera, Kotschya thymodora, Kotschya uguenensis, Kotschya uniflora, Kotschya perrieri,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
René Viguier (1880-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Vig.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Kotschya perrieri (R.Vig.) Verdc.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.