Status:
valid
Authors:
Eastw.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 4, 16: 361 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591825
Common Names
- Ceanothus Cyaneus
- Blueblossom Wild Lilac
- Blueblossom Ceanothus
Description
Ceanothus cyaneus (also called bluebloom ceanothus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to California. It has small, dark green leaves and white or pink flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and chaparral regions.
Uses & Benefits
Ceanothus cyaneus is a species of shrub native to California and Oregon. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge or screen. It is also used in erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ceanothus cyaneus is a small, white or light blue flower. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ceanothus cyaneus is a perennial shrub native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Ceanothus cyaneus
Ceanothus cyaneus can be found in California, Oregon, and Baja California.
Ceanothus cyaneus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ceanothus cyaneus?
Ceanothus cyaneus
What is the common name of Ceanothus cyaneus?
Blueblossom Ceanothus
What is the natural habitat of Ceanothus cyaneus?
Woodlands
Species in the Ceanothus genus
Ceanothus americanus,
Ceanothus arboreus,
Ceanothus arcuatus,
Ceanothus bakeri,
Ceanothus bolensis,
Ceanothus buxifolius,
Ceanothus caeruleus,
Ceanothus confusus,
Ceanothus connivens,
Ceanothus cordulatus,
Ceanothus crassifolius,
Ceanothus cuneatus,
Ceanothus cyaneus,
Ceanothus dentatus,
Ceanothus depressus,
Ceanothus divergens,
Ceanothus diversifolius,
Ceanothus fendleri,
Ceanothus ferrisiae,
Ceanothus flexilis,
Ceanothus foliosus,
Ceanothus fresnensis,
Ceanothus gloriosus,
Ceanothus griseus,
Ceanothus hearstiorum,
Ceanothus herbaceus,
Ceanothus humboldtensis,
Ceanothus impressus,
Ceanothus incanus,
Ceanothus integerrimus,
Ceanothus jepsonii,
Ceanothus lemmonii,
Ceanothus leucodermis,
Ceanothus lobbianus,
Ceanothus lorenzenii,
Ceanothus maritimus,
Ceanothus martini,
Ceanothus masonii,
Ceanothus megacarpus,
Ceanothus mendocinensis,
Ceanothus microphyllus,
Ceanothus ochraceus,
Ceanothus oliganthus,
Ceanothus ophiochilus,
Ceanothus otayensis,
Ceanothus palmeri,
Ceanothus papillosus,
Ceanothus parryi,
Ceanothus parvifolius,
Ceanothus pauciflorus,
Species in the Rhamnaceae family
Adolphia californica,
Adolphia infesta,
Alphitonia pomaderroides,
Alphitonia carolinensis,
Alphitonia excelsa,
Alphitonia ferruginea,
Alphitonia franguloides,
Alphitonia incana,
Alphitonia macrocarpa,
Alphitonia marquesensis,
Alphitonia neocaledonica,
Alphitonia petriei,
Alphitonia philippinensis,
Alphitonia ponderosa,
Alphitonia whitei,
Alphitonia zizyphoides,
Alphitonia oblata,
Alvimiantha tricamerata,
Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis,
Ampelozizyphus amazonicus,
Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum,
Araracuara vetusta,
Auerodendron acuminatum,
Auerodendron acunae,
Auerodendron cubense,
Auerodendron glaucescens,
Auerodendron jamaicense,
Auerodendron martii,
Auerodendron northropianum,
Auerodendron pauciflorum,
Auerodendron reticulatum,
Auerodendron truncatum,
Bathiorhamnus capuronii,
Bathiorhamnus dentatus,
Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus,
Bathiorhamnus reticulatus,
Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis,
Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus,
Bathiorhamnus louvelii,
Berchemia annamensis,
Berchemia arisanensis,
Berchemia barbigera,
Berchemia brachycarpa,
Berchemia burmanniana,
Berchemia cinerascens,
Berchemia compressicarpa,
Berchemia discolor,
Berchemia edgeworthii,
Berchemia elmeri,
Berchemia flavescens,