Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kauaiensis
ID:
1215637

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rock) O.Deg. & Duvel

Source:
tro

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Fl. Hawaiiensis 221: s.p. (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001214975



Common Names

  • Kokia kauaiensis
  • Kauaiensis Kokia
  • Kauaiensis Tree


Searching for Kokia kauaiensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Kokia kauaiensis (also called Kokia kauaiensis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Malvaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, reaching a height of up to 10 meters. It is native to Central and South America, and its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Kokia kauaiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kokia kauaiensis is a white, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

Searching for Kokia kauaiensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Kokia kauaiensis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Kokia kauaiensis

Kokia kauaiensis can be found in Hawaii.

Kokia kauaiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kokia kauaiensis?

Kokia kauaiensis

What is the common name of Kokia kauaiensis?

Kauaiensis

What is the natural habitat of Kokia kauaiensis?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-3900208: Based on the initial data import
Otto Degener (1899-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Deg.' in the authors string.
Joseph Rock (1884-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rock' in the authors string.
Albert Walter Duvel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Duvel' in the authors string.