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Cyrtandra ×forbesii

Scientific Name: Cyrtandra ×forbesii

Family: Gesneriaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Cyrtandra forbesii

Cyrtandra forbesii is a species within the genus Cyrtandra. It is also known as Forbes's Cyrtandra.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cyrtandra forbesii H. St. John & Storey
  • Family: Gesneriaceae
  • Genus: Cyrtandra J.R. Forst. & G. Forst. (1775)
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species, Hybrid
  • Synonyms:
    • Cyrtandra aclada Merr.
    • Cyrtandra chartacea H. St. John & Storey (Synonym of Cyrtandra forbesii)
    • Deiregyne chartacea
  • Hybrid: Cyrtandra x forbesii H. St. John & Storey

Distribution and Habitat

One location where mature specimens have been found is in the upper Avana River.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Growth habit: Shrub
  • Duration: Perennial

Ecological Role

Some species of Cyrtandra are extinct endemic species. This indicates a sensitivity to environmental changes and highlights the importance of conservation efforts.

Interactions with Other Organisms

It is a flowering plant.

Further Information

  • ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System): TSN 34143 (Cyrtandra x forbesii) and Taxon ID 34123
  • PhytoImages.siu.edu
  • DiversityOfLife.org
  • FossilFlowers.org
  • NaturaLista (for photos)