Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
macrocalyx
ID:
831456

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 1: 279 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830791

Common Names

  • Cyananthus Macrocalyx
  • Macrocalyx Cyananthus
  • Taiwanese Cyananthus

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Description

Cyananthus macrocalyx (also called Large-Calyx Bluebell, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China, Japan, and Korea. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small, bell-shaped blue flowers with large calyxes. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forest floors and grassy meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Cyananthus macrocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cyananthus macrocalyx sub. spathulifolius (Nannf.) K.K.Shrestha
Cyananthus macrocalyx sub. macrocalyx

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyananthus macrocalyx is a white, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyananthus macrocalyx is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Cyananthus macrocalyx

Cyananthus macrocalyx can be found in the Himalayan region of India and Nepal.

Cyananthus macrocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyananthus macrocalyx?

Cyananthus macrocalyx

What is the common name of Cyananthus macrocalyx?

Cyananthus macrocalyx

Where is Cyananthus macrocalyx native to?

Nepal, India, and China

Species in the Cyananthus genus

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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