Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
lobatus
ID:
831453

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall. ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Ill. Bot. Himal. Mts. : 309 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830788

Common Names

  • Cyananthus Lobatus
  • Lobed Cyananthus
  • Taiwanese Cyananthus

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Description

Cyananthus lobatus (also called Lobed 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 blue flowers that are lobed at the base. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forest floors and grassy meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Cyananthus lobatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various diseases and ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyananthus lobatus is a white, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyananthus lobatus 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 lobatus

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

Cyananthus lobatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyananthus lobatus?

Cyananthus lobatus

What is the common name of Cyananthus lobatus?

Cyananthus lobatus

Where is Cyananthus lobatus 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-368069: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.