Cyanea rivularis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rivularis
ID:
831658
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rock
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Indig. Trees Haw. Isl. : 511 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830993
Common Names
- Cyanea rivularis
- Riverbank Cyanea
- Rivularis Cyanea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cyanea rivularis (also called 'Streamside Cyanea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the bellflower family Campanulaceae. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, where it is known only from the island of Kauai. It grows in wet forests, at elevations of 100–900 m (330–2,950 ft).
Uses & Benefits
Cyanea rivularis is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cyanea rivularis is a bell-shaped, white or pinkish-white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, hard-shelled seed. The seedlings are small, green and spindly.
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Cyanea rivularis 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 rivularis
Cyanea rivularis is native to Hawaii and can be found in moist, shady areas in the wild.
Cyanea rivularis FAQ
What are the common names of Cyanea rivularis?
Common names of Cyanea rivularis include Hawaiian lily, lily of the valley, and mountain lily.
What is the natural habitat of Cyanea rivularis?
The natural habitat of Cyanea rivularis is in moist, shady areas in the Hawaiian Islands.
What is the lifespan of Cyanea rivularis?
The lifespan of Cyanea rivularis is approximately 5 years.
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-368262: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Rock (1884-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rock' in the authors string.