Status:
valid
Authors:
Gaudich.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1829
Citation Micro:
Voy. Uranie : 458 (1829)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830894
Common Names
- Cyanea Grimesiana
- Grimesiana Cyanea
- Cyanea Grimesiana Flower
Description
Cyanea grimesiana (also called Grimes' 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 grimesiana 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
Cyanea grimesiana sub. obatae (H.St.John) Lammers
Cyanea grimesiana sub. grimesiana
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cyanea grimesiana 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyanea grimesiana 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 grimesiana
Cyanea grimesiana is found in Hawaii on the islands of Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, and Maui.
Cyanea grimesiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyanea grimesiana?
Cyanea grimesiana
What is the common name of Cyanea grimesiana?
Grimes' cyanea
Where is Cyanea grimesiana 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,