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oakleaf cyanea
Scientific Name: Cyanea quercifolia
Family: Campanulaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Cyanea quercifolia (Oakleaf Cyanea)
Cyanea quercifolia, commonly known as oakleaf cyanea, is a plant species that was endemic to the Hawaiian island of Maui. Sadly, it is now considered extinct as of February 1990.
Considerations for Pets
- Some related species possess sap or other substances that might cause irritation. While this species is extinct, if you are looking at other Cyanea plants, make sure to do further research regarding the potential hazards.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cyanea quercifolia (Hillebr.) E. Wimm.
- Family: Campanulaceae
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Common Name: Oakleaf Cyanea
- Synonyms: Cyanea quercifolia (Hbd.) F. Wimmer
Distribution and Habitat
- Historically, Cyanea quercifolia was found on the island of Maui, Hawaii.
- It was recorded from an area between 915 and 1,220 meters on the leeward slopes of Ulupalakua on the southwestern side of Maui.
- It grew in moist and wet forests.
Ecological Role
- The genus Cyanea consists of Hawaiian lobelioids endemic to Hawaii.
- This species is now extinct and no longer plays an active ecological role.
Conservation Status
- Cyanea quercifolia is listed as Extinct (EX).
- The last known specimen was collected in 1870.
Further Information
- IUCN Red List: www.iucnredlist.org (See IUCN 2008: T34035A9833077)
- Discover Life: Information about Cyanea quercifolia can be found on Discover Life's page.
- Drone-Application-Server database publication