Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
iliasii
ID:
636047

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Burtt

Source:
cmp

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 47: 219 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635379



Common Names

  • Cyrtandra Kruegeri
  • Cyrtandra Kusaimontana
  • Cyrtandra Labiosa


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Description

Cyrtandra iliasii (also called Hawaiian Cyrtandra, among many other common names) is a small shrub with thick, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Hawaii and is found in wet forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtandra iliasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyrtandra iliasii has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtandra iliasii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Cyrtandra iliasii

Cyrtandra iliasii can be found in the Hawaiian Islands.

Cyrtandra iliasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtandra iliasii?

Cyrtandra iliasii

What is the natural habitat of Cyrtandra iliasii?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average height of Cyrtandra iliasii?

2-3 feet

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2753517: Based on the initial data import
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.