Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
knudsenii
ID:
221193

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hillebr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Fl. Hawaiian Isl. : 162 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220522

Common Names

  • Kadua knudsenii
  • Knudsenii Kadua
  • Knudsenii's Kadua

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Synonyms

  • Hedyotis knudsenii (Hillebr.) Fosberg [valid]

Description

Kadua knudsenii (also called 'Knudsen's Kadua' or 'Knudsen's Kadua', among many other common names) is a low-growing, woody shrub native to the Hawaiian Islands. It has small, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Kadua knudsenii is used for its ornamental value in landscaping and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kadua knudsenii 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 knudsenii is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seedling mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Kadua knudsenii

Kadua knudsenii can be found in the Hawaiian Islands.

Kadua knudsenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kadua knudsenii?

Kadua knudsenii

What type of plant is Kadua knudsenii?

Shrub

What is the native range of Kadua knudsenii?

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