Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
sericeus
ID:
831478

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.S.Lian

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 17(3): 122 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830813

Common Names

  • Cyananthus Sericeus
  • Silky Cyananthus
  • Taiwanese Cyananthus

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Description

Cyananthus sericeus (also called Silky 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 silky hairs. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forest floors and grassy meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Cyananthus sericeus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyananthus sericeus 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 sericeus is an easy plant to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a well-draining, light soil mix and should be kept moist but not wet. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 70-75°F (21-24°C). Seedlings should be kept moist and in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Cyananthus sericeus

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

Cyananthus sericeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyananthus sericeus?

Cyananthus sericeus

What is the common name of Cyananthus sericeus?

Cyananthus sericeus

Where is Cyananthus sericeus 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-368097: Based on the initial data import
Yong Shan Lian (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.S.Lian' in the authors string.