Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
kalichii
ID:
636102

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wawra

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Flora 55: 564 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635434

Common Names

  • Cyrtandra kalichii
  • Kauai Cyrtandra
  • Kauai White-vein Cyrtandra

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Synonyms

  • Cyrtandra charadraia St.John [unknown]
  • Cyrtandra collarifera St.John & Storey [unknown]
  • Cyrtandra tristis Hillebr. ex C.B.Clarke [unknown]

Description

Cyrtandra kalichii (also called 'Kona Cyrtandra', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Hawaii. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet, with small, white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in dry to wet forests, at elevations of 0-2,000 feet.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtandra kalichii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating wounds, burns, and skin infections. It is also used to treat digestive problems and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyrtandra kalichii has white flowers with yellow anthers, small black seeds, and small seedlings with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtandra kalichii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a potting mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment and kept out of direct sunlight.

Where to Find Cyrtandra kalichii

Cyrtandra kalichii can be found in the Hawaiian Islands, including Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Maui, and Hawaii.

Cyrtandra kalichii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cyrtandra kalichii?

Cyrtandra kalichii is native to the Hawaiian Islands.

What type of soil does Cyrtandra kalichii prefer?

Cyrtandra kalichii prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much sun does Cyrtandra kalichii need?

Cyrtandra kalichii needs full sun to partial shade.

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,

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