Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
kochii
ID:
379609

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Valeton) Leenh.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Fl. Males. 6: 366 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000378941



Common Names

  • Kochii Sedge
  • Koch's Sedge
  • Koch's Flat-sedge


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Synonyms

  • Couthovia undulatifolia Kaneh. & Hatus. [unknown]
  • Couthovia urophylla Gilg & Gilg-Ben. [unknown]

Description

Neuburgia kochii (also called Koch's Neuburgia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Cyperaceae. It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It grows in moist habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Neuburgia kochii is a plant native to Central and South America. It is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neuburgia kochii is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neuburgia kochii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided in the spring or early summer. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Neuburgia kochii

Neuburgia kochii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Neuburgia kochii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neuburgia kochii?

Neuburgia kochii

What are the common names of Neuburgia kochii?

Koch's Neuburgia

What is the natural habitat of Neuburgia kochii?

Wetlands, marshes, and swamps

Species in the Loganiaceae family

Antonia ovata, Bonyunia antoniifolia, Bonyunia aquatica, Bonyunia minor, Bonyunia superba, Bonyunia venusta, Bonyunia spectabilis, Bonyunia excelsa, Bonyunia magnifica, Bonyunia nobilis, Bonyunia pulchra, Gardneria angustifolia, Gardneria lanceolata, Gardneria multiflora, Gardneria nutans, Gardneria ovata, Geniostoma angustifolium, Geniostoma antherotrichum, Geniostoma balansanum, Geniostoma biseriale, Geniostoma borbonicum, Geniostoma calcicola, Geniostoma celastrineum, Geniostoma clavatum, Geniostoma cyrtandrae, Geniostoma densiflora, Geniostoma erythrosperma, Geniostoma fagraeoides, Geniostoma gagnae, Geniostoma glaucescens, Geniostoma grandifolium, Geniostoma huttonii, Geniostoma leenhoutsii, Geniostoma macrophyllum, Geniostoma mooreanum, Geniostoma novae-caledoniae, Geniostoma pedunculatum, Geniostoma petiolosum, Geniostoma randianum, Geniostoma rapense, Geniostoma rarotongensis, Geniostoma remyana, Geniostoma rupestre, Geniostoma stipulare, Geniostoma sykesii, Geniostoma trichostylum, Geniostoma umbellatum, Geniostoma vestitum, Geniostoma weinlandii, Geniostoma imbricatum,

References

Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.
Pieter Willem Leenhouts (1926-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leenh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:546788-1: Based on the initial data import