Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
636801

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 5: 186 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636133



Common Names

  • Cyrtandromoea angustifolia
  • Angustifolia Cyrtandromoea
  • Cyrtandromoea Angustifolia


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Description

Cyrtandromoea angustifolia (also called 'narrow-leaved cyrtandromoea', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with narrow, oval-shaped leaves and clusters of small, white flowers. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands and is found in wet forests and bogs.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtandromoea angustifolia 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

Cyrtandromoea angustifolia 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

Cyrtandromoea angustifolia 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 Cyrtandromoea angustifolia

Cyrtandromoea angustifolia can be found in the Philippines, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands.

Cyrtandromoea angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtandromoea angustifolia?

Cyrtandromoea angustifolia

What type of plant is Cyrtandromoea angustifolia?

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

Where is Cyrtandromoea angustifolia found?

It is native to the Hawaiian Islands.

Species in the Phrymaceae family

Diplacus aridus, Diplacus aurantiacus, Diplacus calycinus, Diplacus clevelandii, Diplacus grandiflorus, Diplacus linearis, Diplacus lompocensis, Diplacus longiflorus, Diplacus parviflorus, Diplacus puniceus, Diplacus rutilus, Diplacus stellatus, Diplacus parryi, Diplacus rupicola, Diplacus bigelovii, Diplacus bolanderi, Diplacus clivicola, Diplacus constrictus, Diplacus cusickii, Diplacus fremontii, Diplacus jepsonii, Diplacus johnstonii, Diplacus layneae, Diplacus leptaleus, Diplacus mephiticus, Diplacus mohavensis, Diplacus nanus, Diplacus rattanii, Diplacus viscidus, Diplacus pictus, Diplacus angustatus, Diplacus pulchellus, Diplacus tricolor, Diplacus congdonii, Diplacus douglasii, Diplacus kelloggii, Diplacus torreyi, Diplacus traskiae, Diplacus compactus, Diplacus vandenbergensis, Diplacus ovatus, Diplacus brandegeei, Diplacus thompsonii, Diplacus cusickioides, Diplacus deschutesensis, Diplacus cascadensis, Diplacus bicolor, Diplacus brevipes, Diplacus australis, Diplacus pygmaeus,

References

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:380074-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].