Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
pedunculatus
ID:
831470

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 3: 434 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830805

Common Names

  • Cyananthus Pedunculatus
  • Pedunculate Cyananthus
  • Taiwanese Cyananthus

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Description

Cyananthus pedunculatus (also called Long-Stalked 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 long stems. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forest floors and grassy meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Cyananthus pedunculatus 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyananthus pedunculatus 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 pedunculatus is an easy plant to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a well-draining, light soil mix and should be kept moist but not wet. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 70-75°F (21-24°C). Seedlings should be kept moist and in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Cyananthus pedunculatus

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

Cyananthus pedunculatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyananthus pedunculatus?

Cyananthus pedunculatus

What is the common name of Cyananthus pedunculatus?

Cyananthus pedunculatus

Where is Cyananthus pedunculatus 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-368086: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.