Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
kauaiensis
ID:
832062

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lammers) Lammers

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 73: 19 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831397



Common Names

  • Delissea Kauaiensis
  • Hawaiian Delissea
  • Delissea


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Description

Delissea kauaiensis (also called Kauai Delissea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the family Campanulaceae. It is native to Hawaii and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests. It grows up to 2 meters tall and has dark green leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Delissea kauaiensis is used as a source of firewood and timber for construction and furniture making. It is also used as a source of food and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Delissea kauaiensis are white and fragrant, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Delissea kauaiensis is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Delissea kauaiensis

Delissea kauaiensis can be found in Hawaii, on the islands of Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Maui, and Hawaii.

Delissea kauaiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Delissea kauaiensis?

Delissea kauaiensis

What is the natural habitat of Delissea kauaiensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the conservation status of Delissea kauaiensis?

Endangered

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-368654: Based on the initial data import
Thomas G. Lammers (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lammers' in the authors string.