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
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.
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,