Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cynanchica
ID:
221927

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 430 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221256



Common Names

  • Kohautia cynanchica
  • Cynanchica Kohautia
  • Kohautia


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Synonyms

  • Kohautia gracilifolia Bremek. [valid]
  • Kohautia longiflora DC. [valid]
  • Kohautia omahekensis (K.Krause) Bremek. [valid]
  • Kohautia raphidophylla Bremek. [valid]
  • Kohautia rigida Benth. [valid]
  • Oldenlandia cynanchica (DC.) K.Schum. ex Kuntze [valid]
  • Oldenlandia graminifolia Chiov. [illegitimate]
  • Oldenlandia neglecta Schinz [valid]
  • Oldenlandia omahekensis K.Krause [valid]
  • Oldenlandia rigida Hiern [valid]
  • Hedyotis cynanchica Steud. [valid]
  • Hedyotis longiflora (DC.) Steud. [valid]

Description

Kohautia cynanchica (also called Dog's Tooth Kohautia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. This plant typically grows in moist forests, at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Kohautia cynanchica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kohautia cynanchica has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a rounded tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kohautia cynanchica is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Kohautia cynanchica

Kohautia cynanchica is native to Africa, specifically in Angola and Zambia.

Kohautia cynanchica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kohautia cynanchica?

Kohautia cynanchica

What is the common name of Kohautia cynanchica?

Cynanchica

What is the natural habitat of Kohautia cynanchica?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,