Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
cyanea
ID:
358462

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Burtt

Source:
ksu

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 21: 117 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357794



Common Names

  • Kaisupeea cyanea
  • Cyan Kaisupeea
  • Kaisupeea


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Description

Kaisupeea cyanea (also called Kaisupeea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It grows in wet forests, riverbanks, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Kaisupeea cyanea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kaisupeea cyanea flower is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kaisupeea cyanea is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be pruned to maintain a desired size and shape. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Kaisupeea cyanea

Kaisupeea cyanea can be found in South Africa.

Kaisupeea cyanea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kaisupeea cyanea?

Kaisupeea cyanea

What is the common name of Kaisupeea cyanea?

Cyan Kaisupeea

Where is Kaisupeea cyanea native to?

Africa and Madagascar

Species in the Kaisupeea genus

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,