Status:
valid
Authors:
Rock
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Indig. Trees Haw. Isl. : 476 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830392
Common Names
- Clermontia Kohalae
- Kohala Clermontia
- Kohala Tree-Heliconia
Description
Clermontia kohalae (also called 'Kohala Clermontia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Campanulaceae. It is a shrub that typically grows to a height of 0.5-2 m. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is found in montane forests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Clermontia kohalae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clermontia kohalae is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a brown seed coat. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clermontia kohalae is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Clermontia kohalae
Clermontia kohalae can be found on the island of Hawaii.
Clermontia kohalae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clermontia kohalae?
Clermontia kohalae
What is the common name of Clermontia kohalae?
Kohalae
What is the natural habitat of Clermontia kohalae?
Tropical forests
Species in the Clermontia genus
Clermontia arborescens,
Clermontia calophylla,
Clermontia clermontioides,
Clermontia drepanomorpha,
Clermontia fauriei,
Clermontia grandiflora,
Clermontia hawaiiensis,
Clermontia kakeana,
Clermontia kohalae,
Clermontia leptoclada,
Clermontia lindseyana,
Clermontia micrantha,
Clermontia montis-loa,
Clermontia multiflora,
Clermontia oblongifolia,
Clermontia pallida,
Clermontia paradisia,
Clermontia parviflora,
Clermontia peleana,
Clermontia persicifolia,
Clermontia pyrularia,
Clermontia samuelii,
Clermontia tuberculata,
Clermontia waimeae,
Clermontia samuelii,
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica,
Adenophora brevidiscifera,
Adenophora capillaris,
Adenophora changaica,
Adenophora coelestis,
Adenophora contracta,
Adenophora cordifolia,
Adenophora divaricata,
Adenophora elata,
Adenophora fusifolia,
Adenophora gmelinii,
Adenophora golubinzevaeana,
Adenophora grandiflora,
Adenophora hatsushimae,
Adenophora himalayana,
Adenophora hubeiensis,
Adenophora izuensis,
Adenophora jacutica,
Adenophora jasionifolia,
Adenophora khasiana,
Adenophora lamarkii,
Adenophora liliifolia,
Adenophora liliifolioides,
Adenophora lobophylla,
Adenophora longipedicellata,
Adenophora maximowicziana,
Adenophora micrantha,
Adenophora morrisonensis,
Adenophora nikoensis,
Adenophora ningxianica,
Adenophora palustris,
Adenophora pereskiifolia,
Adenophora petiolata,
Adenophora pinifolia,
Adenophora polyantha,
Adenophora potaninii,
Adenophora probatovae,
Adenophora remotidens,
Adenophora remotiflora,
Adenophora rupestris,
Adenophora rupincola,
Adenophora sinensis,
Adenophora stenanthina,
Adenophora stenophylla,
Adenophora stricta,
Adenophora sublata,
Adenophora takedai,
Adenophora tashiroi,
Adenophora taurica,
Adenophora trachelioides,