Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
831031

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gaudich.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Voy. Uranie : 459 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830366



Common Names

  • Clermontia Grandiflora
  • Hawaiian Clermontia
  • Large-Flowered Clermontia


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Description

Clermontia grandiflora (also called 'Large-Flowered 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 grandiflora 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 grandiflora sub. munroi (H.St.John) Lammers
Clermontia grandiflora sub. grandiflora
Clermontia grandiflora sub. maxima Lammers

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clermontia grandiflora is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a brown seed coat. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clermontia grandiflora 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 grandiflora

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

Clermontia grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clermontia grandiflora?

Clermontia grandiflora

What is the common name of Clermontia grandiflora?

Grandiflora

What is the natural habitat of Clermontia grandiflora?

Tropical forests

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,

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