Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
kenivensis
ID:
636123

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Royen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Alp. Fl. New Guinea 4: 2949 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635455



Common Names

  • Cyrtandra kenivensis
  • Kauai Cyrtandra
  • Kauai White-vein Cyrtandra


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Description

Cyrtandra kenivensis (also called Keni's Cyrtandra, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, where it grows in wet and mesic forests. It is found in coastal areas, in valleys, and on mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtandra kenivensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for birds and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyrtandra kenivensis has white flowers with yellow anthers, small black seeds, and small seedlings with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtandra kenivensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a potting mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment and kept out of direct sunlight.

Where to Find Cyrtandra kenivensis

Cyrtandra kenivensis is native to the island of New Guinea

Cyrtandra kenivensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtandra kenivensis?

Cyrtandra kenivensis

What is the common name of Cyrtandra kenivensis?

Kenivensis

Where is Cyrtandra kenivensis found?

Fiji

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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