Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
plectranthiflora
ID:
636435

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 8: 332 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000635767

Common Names

  • Plectranthiflora
  • Cyrtandra
  • Hawaiian Bells

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Description

Cyrtandra plectranthiflora (also called Plectranthus-flowered Cyrtandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is an epiphytic shrub with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Philippines and is found in montane forests at elevations of 1000–1800 m.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtandra plectranthiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyrtandra plectranthiflora is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtandra plectranthiflora is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune after flowering to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Cyrtandra plectranthiflora

Cyrtandra plectranthiflora can be found in the Hawaiian Islands, where it is endemic to the island of Kauai.

Cyrtandra plectranthiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtandra plectranthiflora?

Cyrtandra plectranthiflora

What is the family of Cyrtandra plectranthiflora?

Gesneriaceae

What is the common name of Cyrtandra plectranthiflora?

Plectranthiflora Cyrtandra

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,