Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
natalensis
ID:
831819

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Phillips

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Ann. S. African Mus. 9: 464 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831154



Common Names

  • Natalensis Cyphia
  • Natalensis Cyphia Bush
  • Natalensis Cyphia Shrub


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Description

Cyphia natalensis (also called 'Natal Cyphia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the bellflower family, Campanulaceae. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, where it is found in wet forests and bogs. It is a federally listed endangered species of the United States.

Uses & Benefits

Cyphia natalensis 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 natalensis is small and white. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyphia natalensis 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 natalensis

Cyphia natalensis is native to South Africa.

Cyphia natalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyphia natalensis?

Cyphia natalensis

What is the common name of Cyphia natalensis?

Natalensis

Where is Cyphia natalensis native to?

Africa

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-368417: Based on the initial data import
Edwin Percy Phillips (1884-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Phillips' in the authors string.