Status:
valid
Authors:
Lammers
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 13: 505 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831418
Common Names
- Delissea Lauliiana
- Hawaiian Delissea
- Delissea
Description
Delissea lauliiana (also called Laulii 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 lauliiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Delissea lauliiana are white and fragrant, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Delissea lauliiana 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 lauliiana
Delissea lauliiana can be found in Hawaii, on the islands of Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Maui, and Hawaii.
Delissea lauliiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Delissea lauliiana?
Delissea lauliiana
What is the natural habitat of Delissea lauliiana?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
What is the conservation status of Delissea lauliiana?
Least Concern
Species in the Delissea genus
Delissea argutidentata,
Delissea fallax,
Delissea fauriei,
Delissea kauaiensis,
Delissea laciniata,
Delissea lanaiensis,
Delissea lauliiana,
Delissea niihauensis,
Delissea parviflora,
Delissea rhytidosperma,
Delissea sinuata,
Delissea subcordata,
Delissea takeuchii,
Delissea undulata,
Delissea waianaeensis,
Delissea argutidentata,
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,