Calycobolus cabrae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cabrae
ID:
156115
Status:
valid
Authors:
(De Wild. & T.Durand) Heine
Source:
ipni
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 16: 389 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000155444
Common Names
- Calycobolus cabrae
- Cabra's Shield Fern
- Cabra's Calycobolus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calycobolus cabrae (also called Cabra's Calycobolus, among many other common names) is a fern native to the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is found in moist, shady areas such as rainforests, woodlands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Calycobolus cabrae is a species of flowering plant in the morning glory family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calycobolus cabrae has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calycobolus cabrae is a fern native to tropical Africa. It is an evergreen perennial and is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by spores.
Where to Find Calycobolus cabrae
Calycobolus cabrae can be found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama.
Calycobolus cabrae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calycobolus cabrae?
Calycobolus cabrae
What is the common name of Calycobolus cabrae?
Cabra Bolus-rush
What type of plant is Calycobolus cabrae?
Grass
Species in the Calycobolus genus
Calycobolus acuminatus, Calycobolus acutus, Calycobolus cabrae, Calycobolus claessensii, Calycobolus gilgianus, Calycobolus goodii, Calycobolus racemosus, Calycobolus heineanus, Calycobolus kasaiensis, Calycobolus longiracemosus, Calycobolus petitianus, Calycobolus robynsianus, Calycobolus upembaensis, Calycobolus zairensis, Calycobolus insignis, Calycobolus micranthus, Calycobolus parviflorus, Calycobolus lanulosus, Calycobolus africanus, Calycobolus heudelotii, Calycobolus klaineana, Calycobolus sericeus, Calycobolus glaber, Calycobolus bampsianus, Calycobolus campanulatus,
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,
References
Hermann Heino Heine (1923-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heine' in the authors string.
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Théophile Alexis Durand (1855-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Durand' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:265611-1: Based on the initial data import