Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
zamboangensis
ID:
636795

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 20: 445 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636127



Common Names

  • Cyrtandra zamboangensis
  • Zamboangensis Cyrtandra
  • Cyrtandra Zamboangensis


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Description

Cyrtandra zamboangensis (also called 'Zamboanga cyrtandra', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with leathery, oval-shaped leaves and clusters of small, white flowers. It is native to the Zamboanga Peninsula and is found in wet forests and bogs.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtandra zamboangensis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscaping. It has attractive foliage and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for xeriscaping. It can also be used as a ground cover or as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyrtandra zamboangensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtandra zamboangensis is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or by cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Cyrtandra zamboangensis

Cyrtandra zamboangensis can be found in the Philippines.

Cyrtandra zamboangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtandra zamboangensis?

Cyrtandra zamboangensis

What type of plant is Cyrtandra zamboangensis?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.

Where is Cyrtandra zamboangensis found?

It is native to the Philippines.

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