Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
hygrophila
ID:
221212

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kurz) Tirveng.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 3: 464 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220541

Common Names

  • Kailarsenia hygrophila
  • Hygrophila Kailarsenia
  • Kailarsenia's Hygrophila

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Synonyms

  • Rothmannia hygrophila (Kurz) Bremek. [valid]
  • Gardenia hygrophila Kurz [valid]

Description

Kailarsenia hygrophila (also called Kailarsenia, among many other common names) is an annual herb with simple, alternate leaves. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands and is found in moist, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Kailarsenia hygrophila 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

Kailarsenia hygrophila has small white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings are small with a single pair of cotyledons and a few short hairs on the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kailarsenia hygrophila 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 Kailarsenia hygrophila

Kailarsenia hygrophila can be found in the Hawaiian Islands.

Kailarsenia hygrophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kailarsenia hygrophila?

Kailarsenia hygrophila

What is the common name of Kailarsenia hygrophila?

Kailarsenia

What type of plant is Kailarsenia hygrophila?

Herb

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-105488: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.
Deva D. Tirvengadum (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tirveng.' in the authors string.