Cyanea elliptica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elliptica
ID:
831541
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rock) Lammers
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 13: 501 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830876
Common Names
- Cyanea Elliptica
- Elliptica Cyanea
- Cyanea Elliptica Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cyanea elliptica (also called Elliptic Cyanea, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central and South America. It has dark green, glossy, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Cyanea elliptica 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 flowers of Cyanea elliptica are white and bell-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cyanea elliptica is a species of flowering plant in the bellflower family, Campanulaceae. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands. It is a shrub or small tree, reaching a height of 6 m (20 ft). It is cultivated as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Cyanea elliptica
Cyanea elliptica is found in Hawaii on the islands of Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, and Maui.
Cyanea elliptica FAQ
What are the common names of Cyanea elliptica?
Common names of Cyanea elliptica include elliptic cyanea and cyanea.
What is the natural habitat of Cyanea elliptica?
Cyanea elliptica is native to tropical rainforests in South America.
What are the characteristics of Cyanea elliptica?
Cyanea elliptica is a small tree with dark green, glossy leaves and small, red fruits.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-368156: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Rock (1884-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rock' in the authors string.
Thomas G. Lammers (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lammers' in the authors string.