Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
kaalaensis
ID:
923303

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.Hallé & Jérémie) Barrabé & Mouly

Source:
wcs

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 33: 126 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000922638

Common Names

  • Thiollierea kaalaensis
  • Kaalaensis Thiollierea
  • Kaalaensis

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Description

Thiollierea kaalaensis (also called ‘Kaala Thiollierea’, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that is native to Hawaii. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Thiollierea kaalaensis is used as a source of food and medicine for the local people. It has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties and can be used to treat skin infections and wounds. It is also used as a fuel source for cooking and heating.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small white flowers with yellow anthers. Seed: small, black, and slightly curved. Seedlings: thin, long, and slightly curved.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thiollierea kaalaensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Thiollierea kaalaensis

Thiollierea kaalaensis is found in the tropical rainforests of 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-468255: Based on the initial data import
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.
Joël Jérémie (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jérémie' in the authors string.
Arnaud Mouly: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mouly' in the authors string.
Laure Barrabé: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barrabé' in the authors string.