Plants & Fungi A - Z

Explore our profiles of plants and fungi.

These illustrated profiles contain a wealth of facts, including details on conservation, uses and habitats – as well as Kew’s connections with the species. They have been chosen to inspire interest in plants, detail our science and conservation work and showcase star plants in the Gardens.

This is a constantly growing resource with new profiles added every week - so do be sure to check back regularly.

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Kalanchoe schimperiana

Kalanchoe schimperiana is a leafy succulent, less commonly cultivated than other species in this genus, appreciated for its attractive flowers in early spring.

More: Ornamentals

Kerianthera longiflora

This remarkable new species was discovered in the highly endangered Atlantic Forest of eastern Brazil.

More: Coffee family, Trees

Khaosokia caricoides (Khaosok sedge)

Khaosok sedge was discovered in 2001 on limestone cliffs, accessible only by boat, in southern Thailand.

More: Kew discoveries, Saving species

Kigelia africana (sausage tree)

The sausage tree is sacred to many African communities and has a wide variety of uses in traditional and Western medicine, including commercially available skin lotions.

More: Trees, Food, Medicinal, Building materials