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Munro's cyanea

Scientific Name: Cyanea munroi

Family: Campanulaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Cyanea: A Glimpse into a Unique Genus

The genus Cyanea belongs to the Campanulaceae family and encompasses a variety of flowering plants.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions several Cyanea species are commonly found in the Hawaiian Islands and the United States. If you live in or visit these areas with your pet, be aware of the potential presence of Cyanea.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cyanea Gaudich.
  • Family: Campanulaceae (Bellflower family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae (Plants)
  • One species repeatedly mentioned is Cyanea munroi (Hosaka) Lammers, commonly known as Munro's cyanea.
  • Cyanea lobata subsp. baldwinii (C.N.Forbes & G.C.Munro) Lammers is mentioned as an accepted name.

Synonyms and Alternative Names

  • Synonyms mentioned include:
    • Cyanea baldwinii C.N.Forbes &amp G.C.Munro
    • Delissea baldwinii (C.N. Forbes &amp G.C.Munro) H.St.John
    • Cyanea ferox var. horrida Rock
    • Cyanea lobata var. hamakuae
    • Cyanea grimesiana var. munroi Hosaka
  • The text also references a historical classification of Cyanea lobata H. Mann as Cyanea baldwinii C.N.Forbes &amp G.C.Munro.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Several species are referenced in relation to the Hawaiian Islands, specifically Oahu and Lanai, including mentions of locations such as Tantalus and Keomuku.
  • Cyanea munroi is also found in the United States and possibly Mexico.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Cyanea munroi is described as a shrub and a perennial plant.

Quirky Facts

  • The plant *Cyanea baldwinii* was co-discovered by Mr. G.C. Munro, giving a connection to some of the other species' names.

Related Resources

  • Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS): Mentions TSN 565113 for Cyanea munroi.
  • Discover Life: Provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Cyanea munroi.
  • English Wikipedia - Species Pages checklist: Offers a view of Cyanea Gaudich.
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