Koellensteinia altissima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
altissima
ID:
221845
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pabst
Source:
wcs
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
in An. Acad. Bras. Cienc. xxxiv. Res. Comm., p. xlv. (1962); et in An. Acad.Bras. Cienc. xxxv. 145 (1963).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221174
Common Names
- Koellensteinia altissima
- Tall Koellensteinia
- Koellensteinia Altissima
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Koellensteinia altissima (also called Tall Koellensteinia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical Africa. It grows in lowland rainforests, moist woodlands, and along rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Koellensteinia altissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is a great choice for adding color to any space.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Koellensteinia altissima are yellow in color and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Koellensteinia altissima can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Koellensteinia altissima
Koellensteinia altissima can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in India and Southeast Asia.
Koellensteinia altissima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Koellensteinia altissima?
Koellensteinia altissima
What type of soil does Koellensteinia altissima prefer?
Koellensteinia altissima prefers a soil that is well-draining, rich in organic matter, and slightly acidic.
How much sunlight does Koellensteinia altissima need?
Koellensteinia altissima prefers bright, indirect light.
Species in the Koellensteinia genus
Koellensteinia abaetana, Koellensteinia altissima, Koellensteinia carraoensis, Koellensteinia eburnea, Koellensteinia florida, Koellensteinia graminea, Koellensteinia hyacinthoides, Koellensteinia ionoptera, Koellensteinia kellneriana, Koellensteinia lilijae, Koellensteinia spiralis, Koellensteinia tricolor, Koellensteinia dasilvae,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-106150: Based on the initial data import
Guido Frederico João Pabst (1914-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pabst' in the authors string.