Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Icacinales
Genus:
Species:
cirrhosa
ID:
732528

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 27(II): 281 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000731861



Common Names

  • Iodes cirrhosa
  • Cirrhose Iodes
  • Cirrhose Mistletoe


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Synonyms

  • Natsiatum oppositifolium Planch. [unknown]
  • Iodes brandisii Kurz [unknown]
  • Iodes floribunda Merr. [unknown]
  • Iodes tomentella Miq. [unknown]
  • Iodes ovalis miquelii Baill. [unknown]
  • Iodes ovalis cochinchinensis Pierre ex Gagnep. [unknown]

Description

Iodes cirrhosa (also called Curly-leaved Iodes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa. It grows in moist, shady habitats, often in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Iodes cirrhosa is a species of plant native to tropical regions of Africa. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used to make a herbal tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iodes cirrhosa has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iodes cirrhosa is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is widely cultivated in the tropics. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained, light soil mix.

Where to Find Iodes cirrhosa

Iodes cirrhosa can be found in the tropical rainforests of Africa and Madagascar.

Iodes cirrhosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iodes cirrhosa?

Iodes cirrhosa

What are the common names of Iodes cirrhosa?

Curl-leaved Iodes

What is the natural habitat of Iodes cirrhosa?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Icacinaceae family

Alsodeiopsis chippii, Alsodeiopsis mannii, Alsodeiopsis poggei, Alsodeiopsis rowlandii, Alsodeiopsis schumannii, Alsodeiopsis staudtii, Alsodeiopsis tessmannii, Alsodeiopsis zenkeri, Calatola costaricensis, Calatola laevigata, Calatola mollis, Calatola pastazana, Calatola uxpanapensis, Calatola microcarpa, Casimirella ampla, Casimirella beckii, Casimirella crispula, Casimirella diversifolia, Casimirella guaranitica, Casimirella lanata, Casimirella rupestris, Cassinopsis chapelieri, Cassinopsis ciliata, Cassinopsis ilicifolia, Cassinopsis madagascariensis, Cassinopsis tinifolia, Cassinopsis tomentosa, Desmostachys longipes, Desmostachys oblongifolia, Desmostachys planchonianus, Desmostachys tenuifolius, Desmostachys vogelii, Emmotum harleyi, Emmotum acuminatum, Emmotum affine, Emmotum celiae, Emmotum conjunctum, Emmotum fagifolium, Emmotum floribundum, Emmotum fulvum, Emmotum glabrum, Emmotum nitens, Emmotum orbiculatum, Emmotum yapacanum, Emmotum amazonicum, Hosiea japonica, Hosiea sinensis, Icacina claessensii, Icacina guessfeldtii, Icacina mannii,

References