Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
axilliflora
ID:
635592

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.St.John & Storey

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Occas. Pap. Bernice Pauahi Bishop Mus. 20: 77 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634924

Common Names

  • Cyrtandra axilliflora
  • Axilliflora Leatherwood
  • Axilliflora Titi

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Description

Cyrtandra axilliflora (also called Axillary-flowered Cyrtandra, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to Hawaii and is found in dry grassland, sandy soils, and waste ground.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtandra axilliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyrtandra axilliflora has small white flowers with yellow anthers, small black seeds, and small seedlings with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtandra axilliflora is a shrub or small tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. Propagation is best done by taking semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be placed in a well-drained medium and kept moist until they have rooted. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Cyrtandra axilliflora

Cyrtandra axilliflora is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey and in North Africa.

Cyrtandra axilliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtandra axilliflora?

Cyrtandra axilliflora

What is the common name of Cyrtandra axilliflora?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Cyrtandra axilliflora?

Forests and shrublands

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-2753097: Based on the initial data import
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.
William Bicknell Storey: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Storey' in the authors string.