Fuchsia cyrtandroides
Fuchsia cyrtandroides J.W.Moore
Fuchsia cyrtandroides is a tree species in the Onagraceae family, native to Tahiti in French Polynesia. It grows up to 7 meters tall and is found at high elevations on the western side of the island. First described by John William Moore in 1940, the species is classified as 'Vulnerable' on the IUCN Red List, with a 'Decreasing' population trend.
Description
Fuchsia cyrtandroides is a member of the Onagraceae family and is endemic to the island of Tahiti in French Polynesia. It is a tree that can reach a height of 7 meters. The species is restricted to the high elevations of the western side of Tahiti. It was first described by John William Moore in 1940. As of 2015, the IUCN Red List classifies F. cyrtandroides as 'Vulnerable', indicating a declining population trend.
Distribution
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