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Cyrtandra argentii is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is endemic to the Philippines. Discovered in 1997, it is characterized by its pendulous inflorescences, white woolly indumentum, and ovoid fruits. This species thrives in rainforest environments with high humidity and constant moisture. Cyrtandra argentii is classified as Near Threatened by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) due to habitat loss and deforestation.
The plant species is named after tropical botanist George Argent, who significantly contributed to the understanding of Philippine flora.
Cyrtandra argentii is endemic to the Philippines, specifically thriving in its tropical rainforest environments. These rainforests are characterized by high humidity, consistent moisture, and low light conditions, which are ideal for the growth of Cyrtandra species. The plant is typically found next to streams. Habitat loss due to deforestation poses a significant threat to its natural environment.
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Text excerpted from the Wikipedia article Cyrtandra argentii by its contributors, under CC BY-SA 4.0; the excerpts are shared under the same licence.
Life form, climate and native range: World Checklist of Vascular Plants, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (CC BY 3.0), reformatted; see Plants of the World Online.
