Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
631866

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 21: 188 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631198



Common Names

  • Cyathula Lanceolata
  • Lanceolate Cyathula
  • Lanceolate Cyathula Plant


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Synonyms

  • Cyathula crispa Schinz [unknown]
  • Cyathula deserti (N.E.Br.) Suess. [unknown]
  • Cyathula hereroensis Schinz [unknown]
  • Cyathula merkeri Gilg [unknown]
  • Cyathula strigosa Suess. [unknown]
  • Cyathula lanceolata scabrida Schinz [unknown]
  • Pandiaka lanceolata C.B.Clarke [unknown]

Description

Cyathula lanceolata (also called Cyathula prostrata var. lanceolata, 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 lanceolata 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 lanceolata 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 lanceolata 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 lanceolata

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

Cyathula lanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyathula lanceolata?

Cyathula lanceolata

What type of plant is Cyathula lanceolata?

It is an aquatic plant

What is the natural habitat of Cyathula lanceolata?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2749215: Based on the initial data import
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.