Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
831488

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hillebr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Fl. Hawaiian Isl. : 253 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830823



Common Names

  • Cyanea angustifolia
  • Narrow-leaved Cyanea
  • Hawaiian Lobeliad


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Description

Cyanea angustifolia (also called Narrow-Leaved Cyanea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Hawaii. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small, bell-shaped white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forest floors and grassy meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Cyanea angustifolia 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 Cyanea angustifolia 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

Cyanea angustifolia 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 Cyanea angustifolia

Cyanea angustifolia can be found in the Hawaiian Islands.

Cyanea angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyanea angustifolia?

Cyanea angustifolia

What is the common name of Cyanea angustifolia?

Cyanea angustifolia

Where is Cyanea angustifolia native to?

Hawaii

Species in the Cyanea genus

Cyanea aculeatiflora, Cyanea acuminata, Cyanea angustifolia, Cyanea arborea, Cyanea asarifolia, Cyanea aspleniifolia, Cyanea calycina, Cyanea comata, Cyanea copelandii, Cyanea coriacea, Cyanea crispa, Cyanea cylindrocalyx, Cyanea dolichopoda, Cyanea dunbarii, Cyanea duvalliorum, Cyanea eleeleensis, Cyanea elliptica, Cyanea fissa, Cyanea floribunda, Cyanea gibsonii, Cyanea giffardii, Cyanea glabra, Cyanea grimesiana, Cyanea habenata, Cyanea hamatiflora, Cyanea hardyi, Cyanea hirtella, Cyanea horrida, Cyanea humboldtiana, Cyanea kahiliensis, Cyanea kolekoleensis, Cyanea koolauensis, Cyanea kuhihewa, Cyanea kunthiana, Cyanea lanceolata, Cyanea leptostegia, Cyanea linearifolia, Cyanea lobata, Cyanea longiflora, Cyanea longissima, Cyanea macrostegia, Cyanea magnicalyx, Cyanea mannii, Cyanea maritae, Cyanea marksii, Cyanea mauiensis, Cyanea maceldowneyi, Cyanea membranacea, Cyanea minutiflora, Cyanea munroi,

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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