Giant Koke'e Cyanea
Cyanea leptostegia A.Gray
Cyanea leptostegia, known as Giant Koke'e Cyanea, is a species in the bellflower family (Campanulaceae). It was first described by A. Gray in 1861 and is native to Hawaii. This plant is part of the Cyanea genus, which includes several endemic Hawaiian species.
Description
Cyanea leptostegia is a member of the Campanulaceae family, commonly referred to as the bellflower family. It was scientifically described by Asa Gray in 1861 and is found in the Hawaiian Islands. The species is one of several Cyanea plants that are native to the region, reflecting the high level of endemism in Hawaiian flora. It is known by the common name Giant Koke'e Cyanea. The genus Cyanea is characterized by its often large, showy flowers and is an important component of Hawaii's native plant diversity.
Other common names
Giant Koke'e Cyaneagiant kokee cyanea
Distribution
Global · Hawaii
Synonyms
Cyanea leptostegia var. velutinaDelissea coriacea var. pinnatilobaDelissea leptostegiaDelissea leptostegia var. velutina