Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
munroi
ID:
1415636

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fosberg) Govaerts

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Skvortsovia 4(3): 78. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428101

Common Names

  • Kadua munroi
  • Munroi Kadua
  • Munroi

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Description

Kadua munroi (also called Munro's Kadua, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is typically found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Kadua munroi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used to make a herbal medicine for treating fever and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Kadua munroi are small and white, with a single spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kadua munroi is a perennial shrub that is native to Hawaii. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is hardy to USDA Zone 10.

Where to Find Kadua munroi

Kadua munroi is native to Hawaii. It can be found in dry, rocky habitats such as cliffs and rocky outcrops.

Kadua munroi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kadua munroi?

Kadua munroi

What is the common name of Kadua munroi?

Kadua

What is the natural habitat of Kadua munroi?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

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

Francis Raymond Fosberg (1908-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fosberg' in the authors string.