Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
tuberculata
ID:
831123

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.N.Forbes

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Occas. Pap. Bernice Pauahi Bishop Mus. 5: 8 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830458



Common Names

  • Clermontia tuberculata
  • Tuberculate Clermontia
  • Hawaiian Lobelioid


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Description

Clermontia tuberculata (also called Clermontia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Campanulaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, usually 2-4 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. It is native to Central and South America and is found in wet forests and along rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Clermontia tuberculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and containers. It is also used as a houseplant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clermontia tuberculata is yellow 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 tuberculata is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands and is found in wet and mesic forests from sea level to an elevation of 1,500 m. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Clermontia tuberculata

Clermontia tuberculata can be found on the island of Hawaii.

Clermontia tuberculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clermontia tuberculata?

Clermontia tuberculata

What is the common name of Clermontia tuberculata?

Tuberculata

What is the natural habitat of Clermontia tuberculata?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-367746: Based on the initial data import
Charles Noyes Forbes (1883-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.N.Forbes' in the authors string.