Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
cylindrica
ID:
631850

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 13(2): 328 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631182



Common Names

  • Cyathula Cylindrica
  • Cylindrical Cyathula
  • Cylindrical Cyathula Plant


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Synonyms

  • Achyranthes cylindrica Bojer ex Moq. [unknown]
  • Cyathula albida Lopr. [unknown]
  • Cyathula distorta C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Cyathula mannii Baker [unknown]
  • Cyathula schimperiana Moq. [unknown]
  • Cyathula cylindrica mannii Suess. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes cylindrica Bojer [unknown]
  • Pupalia alopecurus Fenzl ex Moq. [unknown]

Description

Cyathula cylindrica (also called Cyathula prostrata var. cylindrica, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a taproot and is covered with short hairs. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is found in open grasslands, wastelands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cyathula cylindrica is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its medicinal properties. It is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyathula cylindrica is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are green and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyathula cylindrica can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Division is best done in the spring. The rhizomes should be divided and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cyathula cylindrica

Cyathula cylindrica is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Cyathula cylindrica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyathula cylindrica?

Cyathula cylindrica

What type of plant is Cyathula cylindrica?

It is an aquatic plant

What is the natural habitat of Cyathula cylindrica?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,