Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
flavus
ID:
831427

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Marquand

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1924: 247 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830762

Common Names

  • Cyananthus flavus
  • Yellow Cyananthus
  • Yellow Cyananthus Tree

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Description

Cyananthus flavus (also called Yellow Bluebell, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China, Japan, and Korea. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small, bell-shaped yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forest floors and grassy meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Cyananthus flavus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cyananthus flavus sub. montanus (C.Y.Wu) D.Y.Hong & L.M.Ma
Cyananthus flavus sub. flavus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cyananthus flavus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyananthus flavus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It should be planted in spring or fall and should be watered regularly. Fertilize in spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Cyananthus flavus

Cyananthus flavus can be found in the Himalayan region of India and Nepal.

Cyananthus flavus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyananthus flavus?

Cyananthus flavus

What is the common name of Cyananthus flavus?

Cyananthus flavus

Where is Cyananthus flavus native to?

Nepal, India, and China

Species in the Cyananthus genus

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,

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