Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Species:
saccatus
ID:
1305444

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sandwith) V.Merckx & Byng

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 4: 55 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317898



Common Names

  • Gymnosiphon saccatus
  • Sac-shaped Gymnosiphon
  • Gymnosiphon saccatus


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Description

Gymnosiphon saccatus (also called 'Saccate Gymnosiphon', among many other common names) is a fern native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnosiphon saccatus is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnosiphon saccatus has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnosiphon saccatus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. Cuttings can be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. Once established, Gymnosiphon saccatus can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Gymnosiphon saccatus

Gymnosiphon saccatus is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Gymnosiphon saccatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnosiphon saccatus?

Gymnosiphon saccatus

What is the natural habitat of Gymnosiphon saccatus?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the flower color of Gymnosiphon saccatus?

White to pale yellow

Species in the Gymnosiphon genus

Gymnosiphon affinis, Gymnosiphon aphyllus, Gymnosiphon bekensis, Gymnosiphon brachycephalus, Gymnosiphon breviflorus, Gymnosiphon capitatus, Gymnosiphon cymosus, Gymnosiphon danguyanus, Gymnosiphon divaricatus, Gymnosiphon fimbriatus, Gymnosiphon guianensis, Gymnosiphon longistylus, Gymnosiphon minahassae, Gymnosiphon minutus, Gymnosiphon neglectus, Gymnosiphon niveus, Gymnosiphon okamotoi, Gymnosiphon oliganthus, Gymnosiphon panamensis, Gymnosiphon papuanus, Gymnosiphon pauciflorus, Gymnosiphon recurvatus, Gymnosiphon refractus, Gymnosiphon sphaerocarpus, Gymnosiphon suaveolens, Gymnosiphon tenellus, Gymnosiphon usambaricus, Gymnosiphon afro-orientalis, Gymnosiphon marieae, Gymnosiphon samoritoureanus, Gymnosiphon constrictus, Gymnosiphon aphyllum, Gymnosiphon oliganthum, Gymnosiphon papuanum, Gymnosiphon pauciflorum, Gymnosiphon urbani, Gymnosiphon saccatus, Gymnosiphon philippinensis, Gymnosiphon queenslandicus, Gymnosiphon syceorosensis, Gymnosiphon mayottensis,

Species in the Burmanniaceae family

Afrothismia baerae, Afrothismia foertheriana, Afrothismia gesnerioides, Afrothismia insignis, Afrothismia pachyantha, Afrothismia saingei, Afrothismia winkleri, Afrothismia hydra, Afrothismia korupensis, Afrothismia mhoroana, Afrothismia amietii, Afrothismia zambesiaca, Afrothismia fungiformis, Afrothismia pusilla, Afrothismia kupensis, Apteria aphylla, Burmannia alba, Burmannia aprica, Burmannia australis, Burmannia bicolor, Burmannia bifaria, Burmannia biflora, Burmannia candelabrum, Burmannia candida, Burmannia capitata, Burmannia championii, Burmannia chinensis, Burmannia cochinchinensis, Burmannia coelestis, Burmannia compacta, Burmannia connata, Burmannia cryptopetala, Burmannia damazii, Burmannia dasyantha, Burmannia disticha, Burmannia engganensis, Burmannia filamentosa, Burmannia flava, Burmannia foliosa, Burmannia geelvinkiana, Burmannia gracilis, Burmannia grandiflora, Burmannia hexaptera, Burmannia indica, Burmannia itoana, Burmannia jonkeri, Burmannia juncea, Burmannia kalbreyeri, Burmannia larseniana, Burmannia latialata,

References

Noel Yvri Sandwith (1901-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sandwith' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77182640-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.