Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
areolata
ID:
635563

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Stapf) B.L.Burtt

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 30: 26 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634895

Common Names

  • Areolata Cyrtandra
  • Areolate Cyrtandra
  • Areolata False Foxglove

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Synonyms

  • Cyrtandra didissandriformis Merr. [unknown]
  • Didymocarpus areolatus Stapf [unknown]

Description

Cyrtandra areolata (also called 'Kahoolawe Cyrtandra', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, where it is found in wet forests, bogs, and streambanks. It has simple, opposite leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtandra areolata has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and pain. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cyrtandra areolata var. grandis B.L.Burtt

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyrtandra areolata is a small, white to pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtandra areolata can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Cyrtandra areolata

Cyrtandra areolata can be found in the Philippines, on the islands of Luzon, Mindoro, and Palawan.

Cyrtandra areolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtandra areolata?

Cyrtandra areolata

What is the natural habitat of Cyrtandra areolata?

It is found in tropical rainforests in the Pacific Islands.

What is the flower color of Cyrtandra areolata?

The flowers are white or pale pink.

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-2753069: Based on the initial data import
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.