Kadua st-johnii
Kadua st-johnii (B.C.Stone & Lane) W.L.Wagner & Lorence
Kadua st-johnii is a flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family, native to the Nā Pali coast of Kauai, Hawaii. It is known by the common name Nā Pali beach starviolet and is recognized as a federally listed endangered species in the United States.
Description
Kadua st-johnii, described in 2005 by W.L. Wagner and Lorence, is a member of the genus Kadua within the Rubiaceae family. This species is restricted to the Nā Pali coast of Kauai and is not found elsewhere. Due to its limited range and conservation status, it is classified as endangered under U.S. federal law.
Synonyms
Hedyotis st-johnii
