Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
esothrix
ID:
635856

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 34: 45 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635188



Common Names

  • Esothrix Cyrtandra
  • Esothrix Hawaiian Cyrtandra
  • Esothrix Cyrtandra


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Description

Cyrtandra esothrix (also called 'Kona Coffeeberry', among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 15 feet tall. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, where it can be found in dry and mesic forests. It has dark green, leathery leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtandra esothrix is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyrtandra esothrix has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtandra esothrix can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in a partially shaded area. It is a slow-growing plant and can take several years to reach maturity.

Where to Find Cyrtandra esothrix

Cyrtandra esothrix can be found in the tropical forests of Hawaii.

Cyrtandra esothrix FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtandra esothrix?

Cyrtandra esothrix

What are the common names of Cyrtandra esothrix?

Hairy-stemmed cyrtandra

What is the natural habitat of Cyrtandra esothrix?

Hawaiian forests

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,

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