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greenleaf cyrtandra
Scientific Name: Cyrtandra viridiflora
Family: Gesneriaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Cyrtandra viridiflora - Greenleaf Cyrtandra
Cyrtandra viridiflora, commonly known as greenleaf cyrtandra, is a shrub belonging to the genus Cyrtandra, a large group of flowering plants with approximately 600 species. This genus is still actively being explored, with new species frequently discovered.
Considerations for Pets
- According to the text, Cyrtandra viridiflora is considered unsafe for dogs.
Considerations for Children
- The text states that Cyrtandra viridiflora is considered unsafe for children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cyrtandra viridiflora H. St. John & Storey
- Common Names: Greenleaf cyrtandra, ha`iwale
- Rank: Species
- Family: Gesneriaceae
- Taxonomic Status: Accepted
- Synonyms: None explicitly stated, but the text mentions various Cyrtandra species alongside C. viridiflora, indicating the complexity of the genus.
Morphology and Growth Habit
- Cyrtandra viridiflora is a shrub.
- It is a perennial plant.
Distribution and Habitat
- The text refers to information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Cyrtandra viridiflora being available on Discover Life's page.
Related Resources
- Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
- NatureServe
- uBio
- Discover Life