Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
sandwichensis
ID:
683911

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
U.S. Expl. Exped., Phan. 1: 209 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000683244



Common Names

  • Eurya sandwichensis
  • Sandwichensis Eurya
  • Eurya Sandwichensis


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Synonyms

  • Adinandra cordata Choisy [unknown]
  • Ternstroemiopsis sandwicensis (A.Gray) Urb. [unknown]

Description

Eurya sandwichensis (also called Hawaiian Eurya, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree, usually reaching a height of 4-6 meters. It is native to China, Taiwan, and Japan, and is found in forests, along streams, and in other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eurya sandwichensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eurya sandwichensis has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eurya sandwichensis is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 21 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Eurya sandwichensis

Eurya sandwichensis is native to Hawaii and can be found on the islands of Kauai and Oahu.

Eurya sandwichensis FAQ

What are the common names of Eurya sandwichensis?

Eurya sandwichensis is commonly known as Sandwich Eurya.

What is the growth rate of Eurya sandwichensis?

Eurya sandwichensis has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What is the soil type preferred by Eurya sandwichensis?

Eurya sandwichensis prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Species in the Eurya genus

Eurya phaeosticta, Eurya acromonodontus, Eurya acuminata, Eurya acuminatissima, Eurya acuminoides, Eurya acutisepala, Eurya alata, Eurya albiflora, Eurya amplexicaulis, Eurya amplexifolia, Eurya arunachalensis, Eurya asterica, Eurya auriformis, Eurya bifidostyla, Eurya boninensis, Eurya brassii, Eurya brevistyla, Eurya buxifolia, Eurya calotricha, Eurya castaneifolia, Eurya cavinervis, Eurya celebica, Eurya cerasifolia, Eurya ceylanica, Eurya chinensis, Eurya chuekiangensis, Eurya ciliata, Eurya coriacea, Eurya crassilimba, Eurya crenatifolia, Eurya cuneata, Eurya decurrens, Eurya degeneri, Eurya dielsiana, Eurya disticha, Eurya distichophylla, Eurya domaensis, Eurya emarginata, Eurya eymae, Eurya fangii, Eurya finisterrica, Eurya fosbergii, Eurya fragilis, Eurya glaberrima, Eurya glaberrima, Eurya glabra, Eurya glandulosa, Eurya gnaphalocarpa, Eurya gracilipes, Eurya greenmaniana,

Species in the Pentaphylacaceae family

Adinandra angustifolia, Adinandra acuminata, Adinandra acuta, Adinandra angulata, Adinandra anisobasis, Adinandra annamensis, Adinandra apoensis, Adinandra argentifolia, Adinandra auriformis, Adinandra bicuspidata, Adinandra bockiana, Adinandra borneensis, Adinandra brassii, Adinandra brefeldii, Adinandra calciphila, Adinandra caudata, Adinandra celebica, Adinandra clemensiae, Adinandra coarctata, Adinandra collettiana, Adinandra collina, Adinandra colombonensis, Adinandra cordifolia, Adinandra corneriana, Adinandra crassifolia, Adinandra dasyantha, Adinandra donnaiensis, Adinandra dubia, Adinandra dumosa, Adinandra elegans, Adinandra elliptica, Adinandra endertii, Adinandra epunctata, Adinandra excelsa, Adinandra eymae, Adinandra filipes, Adinandra forbesii, Adinandra formosana, Adinandra gallatlyi, Adinandra glischroloma, Adinandra grandifolia, Adinandra grandis, Adinandra griffithii, Adinandra hainanensis, Adinandra hirta, Adinandra howii, Adinandra impressa, Adinandra inaequalis, Adinandra integerrima, Adinandra javanica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2805049: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.