Kingdom:
Phylum:
Order:
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kaalaensis
ID:
955583

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiteau

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 18: 446 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000954921



Common Names

  • Kaalaensis Alyxia
  • Alyxia kaalaensis
  • Kaalaensis Alyxia


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Description

Alyxia kaalaensis (also called Kaala Alyxia, among many other common names) is a small, spreading shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It has smooth, grey bark and lance-shaped leaves that are about 8 cm long and 1 cm wide. It is native to Hawaii, and grows in a variety of habitats, including sand plains, sand dunes, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Alyxia kaalaensis is used as a windbreak, shade tree, and for its timber. It is also used in landscaping and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alyxia kaalaensis flowers are white or cream-colored and have a bell-shaped form. The seed capsules are woody and contain numerous small seeds. Seedlings are usually found in the leaf litter beneath the parent tree.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alyxia kaalaensis is a medium-sized evergreen tree, typically reaching heights of up to 15m. It is widely cultivated for its timber, which is used for a variety of applications, including construction, furniture making, and firewood. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Germination typically takes between two and four weeks. Once the seedlings have developed their first true leaves, they should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny position.

Where to Find Alyxia kaalaensis

Alyxia kaalaensis is native to Hawaii and can be found on the island of Oahu.

Species in the Alyxia genus

Alyxia evansii, Alyxia mucronata, Alyxia poyaensis, Alyxia solomonensis, Alyxia tropica, Alyxia veillonii, Alyxia acuminata, Alyxia angustifolia, Alyxia angustissima, Alyxia annamensis, Alyxia arfakensis, Alyxia baillonii, Alyxia balansae, Alyxia bracteolosa, Alyxia buxifolia, Alyxia cacuminum, Alyxia caletioides, Alyxia celebica, Alyxia clusiophylla, Alyxia composita, Alyxia concatenata, Alyxia cylindrocarpa, Alyxia defoliata, Alyxia efatensis, Alyxia erythrosperma, Alyxia fascicularis, Alyxia floribunda, Alyxia funingensis, Alyxia ganophylla, Alyxia glaucophylla, Alyxia globosa, Alyxia graciliflora, Alyxia gracilis, Alyxia grandis, Alyxia gynopogon, Alyxia hainanensis, Alyxia halmaheirae, Alyxia hurlimannii, Alyxia ilicifolia, Alyxia kaalaensis, Alyxia kabaenae, Alyxia kendarica, Alyxia kwalotabaa, Alyxia lackii, Alyxia lamii, Alyxia laurina, Alyxia laurina, Alyxia leucogyne, Alyxia linearis, Alyxia loeseneriana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-7293: Based on the initial data import
Pierre Boiteau (1911-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiteau' in the authors string.