Delissea niihauensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
niihauensis
ID:
832122
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.St.John
Source:
wcs
Year:
1959
Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 13: 177 (1959)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831457
Common Names
- Delissea Niihauensis
- Hawaiian Delissea
- Delissea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Delissea niihauensis (also called Niihau 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 niihauensis 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 niihauensis are white and fragrant, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Delissea niihauensis is a small to medium-sized shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is usually found in dry forest and coastal habitats. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Delissea niihauensis
Delissea niihauensis is native to the Hawaiian Islands and can be found in dry forests and shrublands.
Delissea niihauensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Delissea niihauensis?
Delissea niihauensis
What is the natural habitat of Delissea niihauensis?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
What is the conservation status of Delissea niihauensis?
Endangered
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-368708: Based on the initial data import
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.