Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
bracteata
ID:
635636

Status:
valid

Authors:
Warb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 13: 417 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634968



Common Names

  • Bracteata Cyrtandra
  • Cyrtandra bracteata
  • Bracteata Cyrtandra


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Description

Cyrtandra bracteata (also called Bracted Cyrtandra, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 2 m tall. It is native to the Philippines and is found in primary and secondary forests, as well as disturbed areas. It has dark green, ovate to oblong leaves that are up to 4 cm long.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtandra bracteata has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and pain. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyrtandra bracteata is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtandra bracteata is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Cyrtandra bracteata

Cyrtandra bracteata can be found in the Hawaiian Islands, as well as in the Marquesas and Society Islands.

Cyrtandra bracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtandra bracteata?

Cyrtandra bracteata

What is the natural habitat of Cyrtandra bracteata?

It is found in tropical rainforests of New Guinea

What are the common names of Cyrtandra bracteata?

It is commonly known as Bracteate Cyrtandra

Species in the Cyrtandra genus

Cyrtandra atrichoides, Cyrtandra congestiflora, Cyrtandra crockerella, Cyrtandra dulitiana, Cyrtandra kanae, Cyrtandra libauensis, Cyrtandra plicata, Cyrtandra vaginata, Cyrtandra wagneri, Cyrtandra aclada, Cyrtandra acutangula, Cyrtandra adnata, Cyrtandra aeruginosa, Cyrtandra agrihanensis, Cyrtandra agusanensis, Cyrtandra alata, Cyrtandra albertisi, Cyrtandra albibracteata, Cyrtandra alnea, Cyrtandra alnifolia, Cyrtandra aloisiana, Cyrtandra alvarezii, Cyrtandra ambigua, Cyrtandra amicta, Cyrtandra ammitophila, Cyrtandra ampla, Cyrtandra amplifolia, Cyrtandra andersonii, Cyrtandra aneiteensis, Cyrtandra angularis, Cyrtandra angustielliptica, Cyrtandra angustivenosa, Cyrtandra anisophylla, Cyrtandra anisopoda, Cyrtandra anthropophagorum, Cyrtandra antoniana, Cyrtandra antuana, Cyrtandra apaensis, Cyrtandra apiculata, Cyrtandra apoensis, Cyrtandra arachnoidea, Cyrtandra arborescens, Cyrtandra arbuscula, Cyrtandra areolata, Cyrtandra arfakensis, Cyrtandra argentata, Cyrtandra arguta, Cyrtandra asikii, Cyrtandra atherocalyx, Cyrtandra athrocarpa,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References