Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 24: 433 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831012
Common Names
- Ceratandra venosa
- Vinous-leaved Ceratandra
- Venosa Ceratandra
Description
Ceratandra venosa (also called 'Veined Ceratandra', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the bellflower family Campanulaceae. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, where it is known only from the island of Kauai. It grows in wet forests, at elevations of 100–900 m (330–2,950 ft).
Uses & Benefits
Ceratandra venosa is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ceratandra venosa are white and bell-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ceratandra venosa can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in a well-drained soil. Division of the rhizomes should be done in spring or autumn. The rhizomes should be divided into small sections and planted in a warm, sunny position in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Ceratandra venosa
Ceratandra venosa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, and Venezuela.
Ceratandra venosa FAQ
What are the common names of Ceratandra venosa?
Common names of Ceratandra venosa include Hawaiian lily, lily of the valley, and mountain lily.
What is the natural habitat of Ceratandra venosa?
The natural habitat of Ceratandra venosa is in moist, shady areas in the Hawaiian Islands.
What is the lifespan of Ceratandra venosa?
The lifespan of Ceratandra venosa is approximately 5 years.
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Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
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Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
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Acanthophippium curtisii,
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Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,