Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
velutina
ID:
636729

Status:
valid

Authors:
Korth. ex C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 5: 208 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636061

Common Names

  • Cyrtandra velutina
  • Velutina
  • Cyrtandra Velutina

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Description

Cyrtandra velutina (also called 'Velvet Cyrtandra', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Hawaii. It is found in dry and mesic forests, often on lava flows. The leaves are oblong to elliptic, and the flowers are white or pink.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtandra velutina has been used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, skin diseases, and to reduce inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a landscaping plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyrtandra velutina is white or pinkish with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, black, three-angled nut. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a few small, white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtandra velutina is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is a slow-growing plant and can take several years to reach its full size.

Where to Find Cyrtandra velutina

Cyrtandra velutina can be found in the Hawaiian Islands, on the islands of Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Maui, and Hawaii.

Cyrtandra velutina FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cyrtandra velutina?

Cyrtandra velutina is native to the Hawaiian Islands.

What is the growth habit of Cyrtandra velutina?

Cyrtandra velutina is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 3 feet in height.

What are the flowers of Cyrtandra velutina like?

The flowers of Cyrtandra velutina are small and white with yellow centers.

Species in the Cyrtandra genus

Cyrtandra atrichoides, Cyrtandra congestiflora, Cyrtandra crockerella, Cyrtandra dulitiana, Cyrtandra kanae, Cyrtandra libauensis, Cyrtandra plicata, Cyrtandra vaginata, Cyrtandra wagneri, Cyrtandra aclada, Cyrtandra acutangula, Cyrtandra adnata, Cyrtandra aeruginosa, Cyrtandra agrihanensis, Cyrtandra agusanensis, Cyrtandra alata, Cyrtandra albertisi, Cyrtandra albibracteata, Cyrtandra alnea, Cyrtandra alnifolia, Cyrtandra aloisiana, Cyrtandra alvarezii, Cyrtandra ambigua, Cyrtandra amicta, Cyrtandra ammitophila, Cyrtandra ampla, Cyrtandra amplifolia, Cyrtandra andersonii, Cyrtandra aneiteensis, Cyrtandra angularis, Cyrtandra angustielliptica, Cyrtandra angustivenosa, Cyrtandra anisophylla, Cyrtandra anisopoda, Cyrtandra anthropophagorum, Cyrtandra antoniana, Cyrtandra antuana, Cyrtandra apaensis, Cyrtandra apiculata, Cyrtandra apoensis, Cyrtandra arachnoidea, Cyrtandra arborescens, Cyrtandra arbuscula, Cyrtandra areolata, Cyrtandra arfakensis, Cyrtandra argentata, Cyrtandra arguta, Cyrtandra asikii, Cyrtandra atherocalyx, Cyrtandra athrocarpa,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2754148: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Pieter Willem Korthals (1807-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Korth.' in the authors string.