Kadua raiateensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.W.Moore
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bernice P. Bishop Mus. 102: 43 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220531
Common Names
- Kadua raiateensis
- Raiateensis Kadua
- Raiateensis's Kadua
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- Hedyotis raiateensis (J.W.Moore) Fosberg [valid]
Description
Kadua raiateensis (also called 'Raiatea Kadua' or 'Raiatea 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 raiateensis 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 raiateensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Kadua raiateensis 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 raiateensis
Kadua raiateensis can be found in the Hawaiian Islands.
Kadua raiateensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kadua raiateensis?
Kadua raiateensis
What type of plant is Kadua raiateensis?
Shrub
What is the native range of Kadua raiateensis?
Hawaii
Species in the Kadua genus
Kadua acuminata, Kadua affinis, Kadua centranthoides, Kadua cookiana, Kadua cordata, Kadua elatior, Kadua fluviatilis, Kadua foliosa, Kadua formosa, Kadua knudsenii, Kadua laxiflora, Kadua littoralis, Kadua parvula, Kadua raiateensis, Kadua rapensis, Kadua romanzoffiensis, Kadua axillaris, Kadua tryblium, Kadua lucei, Kadua nukuhivensis, Kadua tahuatensis, Kadua grantii, Kadua coriacea, Kadua foggiana, Kadua degeneri, Kadua flynnii, Kadua st-johnii, Kadua haupuensis, Kadua lichtlei, Kadua munroi,
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-105476: Based on the initial data import
John William Moore (1901-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Moore' in the authors string.