Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
barometz
ID:
748704

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) J.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 1: 437. 1842

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748037



Common Names

  • Cibotium Barometz
  • Barometz Cibotium
  • Barometz Tree Fern


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Synonyms

  • Cibotium glaucophyllum C.Presl [unknown]
  • Dicksonia assamica (Hook.) Griff. [unknown]
  • Polypodium barometz L. [unknown]
  • Aspidium barometz (L.) Willd. [unknown]
  • Dicksonia barometz (L.) Link [unknown]
  • Nephrodium barometz (L.) Sweet [unknown]
  • Cibotium glaucescens Kunze [unknown]
  • Balantium glaucescens (Kunze) Link [unknown]
  • Cibotium djambianum Hassk. [unknown]

Description

Cibotium barometz (also called Old Man's Beard, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Cibotium barometz is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cibotium barometz has small white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cibotium barometz is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in dry, sandy soils. It is not tolerant of frost and should be protected from cold temperatures. It can be propagated by division of the rootstock in early spring.

Where to Find Cibotium barometz

Cibotium barometz can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.

Cibotium barometz FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cibotium barometz?

Cibotium barometz

What type of plant is Cibotium barometz?

It is a species of tree fern in the family Dicksoniaceae.

Where is Cibotium barometz found?

It is found in China.

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2902160: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
John Smith (1798-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Sm.' in the authors string.