Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
phyllanthoides
ID:
221220

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Airy Shaw) Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 34: 596 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220549



Common Names

  • Kairothamnus phyllanthoides
  • Phyllanthoides Kairothamnus
  • Kairothamnus's Phyllanthoides


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Synonyms

  • Austrobuxus phyllanthoides Airy Shaw [unknown]

Description

Kairothamnus phyllanthoides (also called Kairothamnus, among many other common names) is an annual herb with simple, alternate leaves. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands and is found in moist, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Kairothamnus phyllanthoides is used for its ornamental value in landscaping and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kairothamnus phyllanthoides has small white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings are small with a single pair of cotyledons and a few short hairs on the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kairothamnus phyllanthoides is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seedling mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Kairothamnus phyllanthoides

Kairothamnus phyllanthoides is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrubland.

Kairothamnus phyllanthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kairothamnus phyllanthoides?

Kairothamnus phyllanthoides

What is the common name of Kairothamnus phyllanthoides?

Kairothamnus

What type of plant is Kairothamnus phyllanthoides?

Herb

Species in the Kairothamnus genus

Species in the Picrodendraceae family

Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,

References