Cyanea maritae

Cyanea maritae is a member of the bellflower family, Campanulaceae, and is part of the Cyanea genus, which includes several species found in the Hawaiian Islands. This species is distributed within the broader Oceania region, with its native range restricted to Hawaii. It was first scientifically described in 2004 by botanists Lammers and H.Oppenh. The species is part of a group of endemic Hawaiian plants that exhibit a wide range of morphological diversity. Cyanea maritae contributes to the rich botanical diversity of the Hawaiian archipelago and is one of the many species within the Cyanea genus that reflect the unique evolutionary history of the islands.