Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
foliosa
ID:
221183

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hillebr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Fl. Hawaiian Isl. : 164 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220512

Common Names

  • Kadua foliosa
  • Foliosa Kadua
  • Foliosa's Kadua

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Synonyms

  • Hedyotis foliosa (Hillebr.) Fosberg [valid]

Description

Kadua foliosa (also called Foliosa Kadua, among many other common names) is a small shrub with small, ovate leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Kadua foliosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kadua foliosa has small white flowers with yellow centers and five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kadua foliosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in areas with hot summers. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by seed in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Kadua foliosa

Kadua foliosa can be found in the Hawaiian Islands.

Kadua foliosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kadua foliosa?

Kadua foliosa

What type of plant is Kadua foliosa?

Shrub

What is the native range of Kadua foliosa?

Hawaii

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References