Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
caudatus
ID:
831695

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ryding

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 2: 222 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831030

Common Names

  • Aeollanthus caudatus
  • Caudate Aeollanthus
  • Caudatus Aeollanthus

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Description

Aeollanthus caudatus (also called 'Tailed Aeollanthus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the bellflower family Campanulaceae. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, where it is known only from the island of Kauai. It grows in wet forests, at elevations of 100–900 m (330–2,950 ft).

Uses & Benefits

Aeollanthus caudatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is used to treat respiratory and digestive disorders, as well as to boost the immune system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeollanthus caudatus is white and tubular, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeollanthus caudatus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Plant in a light, well-drained soil in a sunny position.

Where to Find Aeollanthus caudatus

Aeollanthus caudatus can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Aeollanthus caudatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeollanthus caudatus?

Aeollanthus caudatus

What is the common name of Aeollanthus caudatus?

Tailed Hawaiian Lobelioid

Where is Aeollanthus caudatus found?

Aeollanthus caudatus is found in Hawaii

Species in the Aeollanthus genus

Aeollanthus haumannii, Aeollanthus rydingianus, Aeollanthus abyssinicus, Aeollanthus alternatus, Aeollanthus ambustus, Aeollanthus angolensis, Aeollanthus angustifolius, Aeollanthus breviflorus, Aeollanthus buchnerianus, Aeollanthus candelabrum, Aeollanthus caudatus, Aeollanthus cucullatus, Aeollanthus densiflorus, Aeollanthus elsholtzioides, Aeollanthus engleri, Aeollanthus fruticosus, Aeollanthus holstii, Aeollanthus homblei, Aeollanthus lisowskii, Aeollanthus lobatus, Aeollanthus myrianthus, Aeollanthus namibiensis, Aeollanthus neglectus, Aeollanthus paradoxus, Aeollanthus parvifolius, Aeollanthus petiolatus, Aeollanthus pinnatifidus, Aeollanthus plicatus, Aeollanthus pubescens, Aeollanthus rehmannii, Aeollanthus repens, Aeollanthus rivularis, Aeollanthus saxatilis, Aeollanthus sedoides, Aeollanthus serpiculoides, Aeollanthus stuhlmannii, Aeollanthus suaveolens, Aeollanthus subacaulis, Aeollanthus subintegrus, Aeollanthus trifidus, Aeollanthus tuberosus, Aeollanthus ukamensis, Aeollanthus viscosus, Aeollanthus zanzibaricus,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-3683: Based on the initial data import
Per Olof Ryding (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ryding' in the authors string.