Cyrtandra argentii

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Cyrtandra argentii
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Lamiales
Family: Gesneriaceae
Genus: Cyrtandra
Species:
C. argentii
Binomial name
Cyrtandra argentii
Olivar, H.J.Atkins & Muellner[1]

Cyrtandra argentii is a species of flowering plant in the family

Near Threatened by the International Union for Conservation of Nature
(IUCN) due to habitat loss and deforestation.

The plant species is named after

botanist George Argent, who significantly contributed to the understanding of Philippine flora.[2][3]

Description

Cyrtandra argentii has pendulous compound

fruits.[4]

In detail, stems are slightly grooved and covered with white, woolly hairs. Leaves are subequal, 4–7 cm (1.6–2.8 in)

pedunculate attachment, and the typical number of flowers inflorescence range from 10-15. Calyx is densely hirsute externally, glabrous internally, acuminate, and persistent. Corollas are white and glabrous both internally and externally.[2]

Habitat

Cyrtandra argentii is endemic to the Philippines, specifically thriving in its tropical rainforest environments.[2] These rainforests are characterized by high humidity, consistent moisture, and low light conditions, which are ideal for the growth of Cyrtandra species.[2] The plant is typically found at elevations where the climate provides the necessary conditions for its survival.[5] Habitat loss due to deforestation poses a significant threat to its natural environment.[6]

Conservation

Cyrtandra argentii is classified as a

International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) criteria Cyrtandra argentii is classified as Near-threatened by the IUCN due to deforestation and insufficient formal protection.[2]

References

  1. ^ "Cyrtandra argentii Olivar, H.J.Atkins & Muellner". Global Biodiversity Information Facility. Retrieved 20 April 2024.
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  3. ISSN 1474-0036
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  5. ISSN 2449-4976
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