Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
vitellina
ID:
668153

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 4: 323 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667485



Common Names

  • Vitellina Encephalosphaera
  • Vitellina Encephalosphaera Palm
  • Vitellina Encephalosphaera Tree


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Description

Encephalosphaera vitellina (also called the vitellina cycad, among many other common names) is a species of cycad native to South Africa. It is a medium-sized cycad with a single stem, up to 4 m tall, and a crown of up to 8 leaves. Its leaflets are lanceolate, up to 50 cm long and 2 cm wide. It is found in coastal forest and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Encephalosphaera vitellina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Encephalosphaera vitellina are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encephalosphaera vitellina is a slow-growing cycad that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It is a relatively hardy species and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Encephalosphaera vitellina

Encephalosphaera vitellina is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Encephalosphaera vitellina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Encephalosphaera vitellina?

Encephalosphaera vitellina

What is the common name of Encephalosphaera vitellina?

Golden-yolked Sea Squirt

What is the natural habitat of Encephalosphaera vitellina?

It is found in shallow waters in the intertidal zone

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.