Tetraplasandra flynnii
| Tetraplasandra flynnii | |
|---|---|
| Conservation status | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Eudicots |
| (unranked): | Asterids |
| Order: | Apiales |
| Family: | Araliaceae |
| Genus: | Tetraplasandra |
| Species: | T. flynnii |
| Binomial name | |
| Tetraplasandra flynnii Lowry & K.R.Wood | |
Tetraplasandra flynnii is a rare species of tree in the ivy family known by the common name ohe ohe. It is endemic to Hawaii, where it is known only from the island of Kauai. It is threatened by feral goats and non-native plant species in its habitat. It was federally listed as an endangered species of the United States in 2010.[1]
This plant was first discovered in 1988 and described to science as a new species in 2000.[2] There are only five individuals known to exist.[3]
This tree grows 7 to 9 meters tall. The compound leaves are each made up of several leaflets measuring up to 17 centimeters long. The leaves are reddish or pale brown on the undersides with a coating of dusty hairs, and mostly glossy green on the upper surfaces. Inflorescences hang in the leaf axils.[2]
References
- ↑ Tetraplasandra flynnii. The Nature Conservancy.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Lowry, P. P. and K. R. Wood. (2000). A new, threatened species of Tetraplasandra (Araliaceae) from Kaua'i, Hawaiian Islands, and notes on its conservation status. Novon 10(1) 40-44.
- ↑ USFWS. Determination of Endangered Status for 48 Species on Kauai and Designation of Critical Habitat; Final Rule. Federal Register April 13, 2010.