Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
pacifica
ID:
624254

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 31: 300 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623586



Common Names

  • Cossinia pacifica
  • Pacific Cossinia
  • Pacifica Cossinia


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Description

Cossinia pacifica (also called 'Pacific Cossinia', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to the Pacific Islands and is found in forests, thickets, and along streams. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers with yellow anthers.

Uses & Benefits

Cossinia pacifica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used for making traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cossinia pacifica has small, white, five-petaled flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cossinia pacifica can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained compost, and kept at a temperature of 18-20°C (64-68°F). Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be grown in a sunny or partially shaded position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cossinia pacifica

Cossinia pacifica is native to tropical Asia, from India to Indonesia.

Cossinia pacifica FAQ

What is the common name of Cossinia pacifica?

Pacific Rock Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Cossinia pacifica?

It is found in rocky hillsides and dry grasslands in the Pacific region

What is the size of Cossinia pacifica?

It typically grows to a height of 2-3 inches (5-7 cm)

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References