Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
glabra
ID:
831790

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Wimm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 7: 146 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831125



Common Names

  • Glabra Cyphia
  • Glabra Cyphia Bush
  • Glabra Cyphia Shrub


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Description

Cyphia glabra (also called the smooth cyphia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the bellflower family Campanulaceae. It is native to South Africa and grows in montane grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cyphia glabra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyphia glabra is white and tubular, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyphia glabra can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Cyphia glabra

Cyphia glabra can be found in Central and South America, from Mexico to Argentina.

Cyphia glabra FAQ

What are the common names of Cyphia glabra?

Common names of Cyphia glabra include Hawaiian lily, lily of the valley, and mountain lily.

What is the natural habitat of Cyphia glabra?

The natural habitat of Cyphia glabra is in moist, shady areas in the Hawaiian Islands.

What is the lifespan of Cyphia glabra?

The lifespan of Cyphia glabra is approximately 5 years.

Species in the Cyphia genus

Cyphia alba, Cyphia alicedalensis, Cyphia angustifolia, Cyphia aspergilloides, Cyphia basiloba, Cyphia belfastica, Cyphia bolusii, Cyphia brachyandra, Cyphia brevifolia, Cyphia brummittii, Cyphia bulbosa, Cyphia comptonii, Cyphia corylifolia, Cyphia couroublei, Cyphia crenata, Cyphia decora, Cyphia deltoidea, Cyphia digitata, Cyphia elata, Cyphia erecta, Cyphia eritreana, Cyphia galpinii, Cyphia gamopetala, Cyphia georgica, Cyphia glabra, Cyphia glandulifera, Cyphia heterophylla, Cyphia incisa, Cyphia lasiandra, Cyphia linarioides, Cyphia longiflora, Cyphia longifolia, Cyphia longilobata, Cyphia longipedicellata, Cyphia maculosa, Cyphia mafingensis, Cyphia mazoensis, Cyphia natalensis, Cyphia nyikensis, Cyphia oligotricha, Cyphia pectinata, Cyphia persicifolia, Cyphia phillipsii, Cyphia phyteuma, Cyphia ramosa, Cyphia reducta, Cyphia revoluta, Cyphia richardsiae, Cyphia rogersii, Cyphia rupestris,

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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