Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
externata
ID:
635860

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
cmp

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 67: 50 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635192



Common Names

  • Externata Cyrtandra
  • Externata Hawaiian Cyrtandra
  • Externate Cyrtandra


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Description

Cyrtandra externata (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 externata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cyrtandra externata are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtandra externata 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 externata

Cyrtandra externata can be found in the Hawaiian Islands, including Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Maui, and Hawaii.

Cyrtandra externata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtandra externata?

Cyrtandra externata

What are the common names of Cyrtandra externata?

External cyrtandra

What is the natural habitat of Cyrtandra externata?

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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