Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
kauaiensis
ID:
288920

Status:
valid

Authors:
Caum

Source:
wcs

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Occas. Pap. Bernice Pauahi Bishop Mus. 10(8): 8 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288252



Common Names

  • Pteralyxia kauaiensis
  • Kauai Pteralyxia
  • Kauai False Dracaena


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Synonyms

  • Pteralyxia elliptica H.St.John [unknown]

Description

Pteralyxia kauaiensis (also called 'Kauai Pteralyxia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Hawaii. It grows to a height of 1-2 m and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry forests and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pteralyxia kauaiensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, dysentery, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a food source for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pteralyxia kauaiensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteralyxia kauaiensis is a perennial shrub that is native to Hawaii. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Pteralyxia kauaiensis

Pteralyxia kauaiensis can be found on the Hawaiian island of Kauai.

Pteralyxia kauaiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pteralyxia kauaiensis?

Pteralyxia kauaiensis

What is the common name of Pteralyxia kauaiensis?

Kauai pteralyxia

What is the natural habitat of Pteralyxia kauaiensis?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Hawaiian Islands

Species in the Pteralyxia genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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