Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
nanawaleensis
ID:
636293

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.St.John

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 63: 500 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635625



Common Names

  • Nanawaleensis Cyrtandra
  • Cyrtandra Nanawaleensis
  • Nanawaleensis's Cyrtandra


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Synonyms

  • Cyrtandra comosa H.St.John [unknown]
  • Cyrtandra disgrega H.St.John [unknown]
  • Cyrtandra fruticosa H.St.John [unknown]
  • Cyrtandra hylematos H.St.John [unknown]
  • Cyrtandra infera H.St.John [unknown]
  • Cyrtandra kauensis H.St.John [unknown]
  • Cyrtandra prolixa H.St.John [unknown]
  • Cyrtandra spartoides H.St.John [unknown]

Description

Cyrtandra nanawaleensis (also called Nanawale Cyrtandra, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to the islands of Hawaii, where it grows in dry and mesic forests. It is also found in coastal areas, in open areas, and in disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtandra nanawaleensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It has attractive foliage and produces small white flowers. The leaves can also be used to make a tea that has a mild, pleasant flavor.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyrtandra nanawaleensis has small white flowers with yellow centers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtandra nanawaleensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, kept moist, and placed in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Cyrtandra nanawaleensis

Cyrtandra nanawaleensis is native to the Hawaiian island of Hawaii

Cyrtandra nanawaleensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtandra nanawaleensis?

Cyrtandra nanawaleensis

What is the family of Cyrtandra nanawaleensis?

Gesneriaceae

What is the native range of Cyrtandra nanawaleensis?

Hawaii

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,