Island Cyrtandra

Cyrtandra wainihaensis

Native to:
Hawaii

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Gesneriaceae
Genus:
Cyrtandra
Species:
Cyrtandra wainihaensis
USDA Symbol:
CYWA3

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub
Height:
300 cm
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
white
Evergreen Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to Hawaiian rainforests, prefers humid conditions