Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lucei
ID:
839755

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lorence & J.Florence) W.L.Wagner & Lorence

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 30: 832 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000839090

Common Names

  • Lucei Kadua
  • Kadua Lucei
  • Lucei Shrub

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Description

Kadua lucei (also called Luce's Kadua, among many other common names) is a small, shrubby plant with small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, and is typically found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Kadua lucei is a popular houseplant that is known for its air-purifying properties and its ability to thrive in low light conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kadua lucei has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kadua lucei is a small, slow-growing palm that is native to Mexico. It has a single trunk and can reach up to 6 feet (2 m) tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Kadua lucei

Kadua lucei is native to the rainforests of the Caribbean.

Kadua lucei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kadua lucei?

Kadua lucei

What is the common name of Kadua lucei?

Luce's Kadua

What is the natural habitat of Kadua lucei?

It is found in wet tropical forests in the Pacific Islands

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-376423: Based on the initial data import
Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
David H. Lorence (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lorence' in the authors string.
Jacques Florence (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Florence' in the authors string.