Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 424 (1884)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614168
Common Names
- Podolaena Cogniauxia
- Podol's Cogniauxia
- Podol's Yellow-Eyed Grass
Description
Cogniauxia podolaena (also called Podolaena Cogniauxia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with a short stem and a tuft of linear leaves. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in wet areas such as swamps, marshes, and wet prairies.
Uses & Benefits
Cogniauxia podolaena is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a border plant. It has attractive yellow flowers and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cogniauxia podolaena is yellow in color and has three petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cogniauxia podolaena is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Malaysia, Sumatra, and Borneo. It is a shrub or small tree growing up to 6 m tall. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Cogniauxia podolaena
Cogniauxia podolaena is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and woodlands.
Cogniauxia podolaena FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cogniauxia podolaena?
Cogniauxia podolaena
What is the family of Cogniauxia podolaena?
Rubiaceae
What is the common name of Cogniauxia podolaena?
Podolaena
Species in the Cogniauxia genus
Species in the Cucurbitaceae family
Abobra tenuifolia,
Acanthosicyos horridus,
Actinostemma lobatum,
Actinostemma parvifolium,
Actinostemma tenerum,
Alsomitra macrocarpa,
Ampelosicyos humblotii,
Ampelosicyos major,
Ampelosicyos meridionalis,
Ampelosicyos scandens,
Ampelosicyos bosseri,
Ampelosicyos leandrii,
Ampelosycios meridionalis,
Ampelosycios scandens,
Apodanthera anatuyana,
Apodanthera argentea,
Apodanthera aspera,
Apodanthera biflora,
Apodanthera bradei,
Apodanthera cinerea,
Apodanthera eriocalyx,
Apodanthera fasciculata,
Apodanthera ferreyrana,
Apodanthera glaziovii,
Apodanthera hindii,
Apodanthera hirtella,
Apodanthera laciniosa,
Apodanthera linearis,
Apodanthera mandonii,
Apodanthera mathewsii,
Apodanthera palmeri,
Apodanthera sagittifolia,
Apodanthera smilacifolia,
Apodanthera succulenta,
Apodanthera tumbeziana,
Apodanthera ulei,
Apodanthera undulata,
Apodanthera villosa,
Apodanthera weberbaueri,
Apodanthera longipedicellata,
Austrobryonia argillicola,
Austrobryonia centralis,
Austrobryonia micrantha,
Austrobryonia pilbarensis,
Baijiania borneensis,
Baijiania taiwaniana,
Baijiania decipiens,
Baijiania smitinandii,
Bambekea racemosa,
Bayabusua clarkei,