Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
himalaicus
ID:
831434

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.K.Shrestha

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 44: 253 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830769

Common Names

  • Cyananthus Himalaicus
  • Himalayan Cyananthus
  • Taiwanese Cyananthus

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Description

Cyananthus himalaicus (also called Himalayan Bluebell, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small, bell-shaped blue flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forest floors and grassy meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Cyananthus himalaicus 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cyananthus himalaicus 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 himalaicus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Cyananthus himalaicus

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

Cyananthus himalaicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyananthus himalaicus?

Cyananthus himalaicus

What is the common name of Cyananthus himalaicus?

Cyananthus himalaicus

Where is Cyananthus himalaicus 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-368050: Based on the initial data import
Krishna K. Shrestha: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.K.Shrestha' in the authors string.