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smallflower delissea

Scientific Name: Delissea parviflora

Family: Campanulaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

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Delissea parviflora - Smallflower Delissea

Delissea parviflora, commonly known as smallflower delissea, is a perennial tree or shrub belonging to the Campanulaceae family.

Considerations for Pets and Children

  • Several sources indicate that Delissea parviflora is considered unsafe for both children and dogs.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Delissea parviflora Hillebr.
  • Common Name: Smallflower Delissea
  • Family: Campanulaceae
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms/Alternative Names: References are made to "Small-flowered Delissea" as a potentially related name. Other Delissea species and subspecies are mentioned, implying a broader taxonomic context.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Delissea parviflora is described as both a tree and a shrub.
  • It is a perennial plant, meaning it lives for more than two years.

Distribution and Habitat

Information about the plant's distribution appears limited in the provided text. However, there are references to "Fl. Hawaiian Isl. Hillebrand," suggesting its presence in the Hawaiian Islands. Mentions of "Estados Unidos" (United States) also appear, although the context is unclear.

Additional Information

  • Fertilization is mentioned, suggesting the plant may be cultivated. Specific fertilizer recommendations suggest it benefits from nutrients tailored for flowering plants, applied in the spring.
  • Symbol: DEPA9

Related Species and Potential Confusion

  • The text mentions other plants with "parviflora" in their name, such as Clermontia parviflora (smallflower clermontia), Asimina parviflora (Smallflower pawpaw), Bruguiera parviflora (Smallflower bruguiera), Indigofera parviflora (Small-flower Indigo), Galinsoga parviflora (Small-flower Quickweed), and Epilobium parviflorum (Small-flower Willowherb). These are distinct species and should not be confused with Delissea parviflora.
  • Several other Delissea species are mentioned, including Delissea lauliiana, Delissea rhytidosperma, Delissea subcordata, Delissea konaensis, Delissea undulata ssp. undulata, Delissea undulata var. argutidentata, Delissea argutidentata and Delissea fauriei.

Further Information

  • Discover Life and the Encyclopedia of Life are mentioned as resources for more information about Delissea parviflora.