Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Campanulaceae

Genus:

Cyanea

Species:

Cyanea pohaku

USDA Symbol:

CYPO5

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

300 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

white, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained volcanic soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to Hawaiian forests; prefers undisturbed habitats