Kotschya platyphylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brenan) Verdc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 32 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175544
Common Names
- Kotschya platyphylla
- Platyphylla Kotschya
- Kotschya Tree
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- Smithia platyphylla Brenan [valid]
Description
Kotschya platyphylla (also called Kotschy's Cassia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry open woodlands, hillsides and rocky slopes. It has yellow flowers and pinnate leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Kotschya platyphylla is used as a medicinal plant, as a source of fodder for livestock, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Kotschya platyphylla is a yellow, fluffy ball-shaped flower, the seed is a small, dark brown, hard seed with a glossy surface, and the seedlings are small, dark green, and have a few leaflets.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Kotschya platyphylla is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It is propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including sandy, clay, and loamy soils.
Where to Find Kotschya platyphylla
Kotschya platyphylla is native to India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. It is a small tree or shrub that grows in dry areas and is often used as a hedge plant.
Kotschya platyphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kotschya platyphylla?
Kotschya platyphylla
What is the common name of Kotschya platyphylla?
Broad-leaved Kotschya
What is the family of Kotschya platyphylla?
Fabaceae
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
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
John Patrick Micklethwait Brenan (1917-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brenan' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Kotschya platyphylla (Brenan) Verdc.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.