Cyananthus longiflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longiflorus
ID:
831455
Status:
valid
Authors:
Franch.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 1: 280 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830790
Common Names
- Cyananthus Longiflorus
- Long-Flowered Cyananthus
- Taiwanese Cyananthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cyananthus longiflorus (also called Long-Flowered 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 with long, thin stems. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forest floors and grassy meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Cyananthus longiflorus 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 longiflorus 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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Cyananthus longiflorus 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 longiflorus
Cyananthus longiflorus can be found in the Himalayan region of India and Nepal.
Cyananthus longiflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyananthus longiflorus?
Cyananthus longiflorus
What is the common name of Cyananthus longiflorus?
Cyananthus longiflorus
Where is Cyananthus longiflorus 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-368071: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.