Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
subumbellata
ID:
636630

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hillebr.) St.John & Storey

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Occas. Pap. Bernice Pauahi Bishop Mus. 20: 78 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635962



Common Names

  • Subumbellata Cyrtandra
  • Cyrtandra Subumbellata
  • Subumbellata


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Synonyms

  • Cyrtandra gracilis subumbellata Hillebr. [unknown]

Description

Cyrtandra subumbellata (also called 'Kahili Ginger', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 feet tall. It is native to Hawaii and is found in dry and mesic forests. It has white flowers and its leaves are dark green and glossy.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyrtandra subumbellata is a white to pinkish color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtandra subumbellata is a small shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but can be irrigated during dry periods. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Cyrtandra subumbellata

Cyrtandra subumbellata is native to the Hawaiian Islands.

Cyrtandra subumbellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtandra subumbellata?

Cyrtandra subumbellata

What is the common name of Cyrtandra subumbellata?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Cyrtandra subumbellata?

Hawaiian rainforests

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-2754057: Based on the initial data import
William Hillebrand (1821-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hillebr.' in the authors string.
William Bicknell Storey: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Storey' in the authors string.