Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
arborescens
ID:
830993

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hillebr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Fl. Hawaiian Isl. : 242 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830328



Common Names

  • Clermontia arborescens
  • Hawaiian Lobelioid
  • Tree Lobelia


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Description

Clermontia arborescens (also called 'Tree Clermontia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Campanulaceae. It is a shrub that typically grows to a height of 0.5-2 m. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is found in montane forests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Clermontia arborescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Clermontia arborescens sub. waihiae (Wawra) Lammers
Clermontia arborescens sub. waikoluensis (H.St.John) Lammers
Clermontia arborescens sub. arborescens

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Clermontia arborescens are white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clermontia arborescens is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Clermontia arborescens

Clermontia arborescens is native to Hawaii and can be found in wet forests.

Clermontia arborescens FAQ

What is the common name of Clermontia arborescens?

Arborescens

What is the natural habitat of Clermontia arborescens?

Tropical rainforest

What is the growth habit of Clermontia arborescens?

Evergreen shrub or small tree

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References