Cypella unguiculata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) Roitman & J.A.Castillo
Source:
iplants
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 45: 238 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835099
Common Names
- Cypella unguiculata
- Clawed Cypella
- Cypella Unguiculata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cypella unguiculata (also called Claw-shaped Cypella, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the humid forests of the Caribbean. It has long, thin stems and small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in the understory of tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cypella unguiculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cypella unguiculata has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers and small, round, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cypella unguiculata can be propagated by seed or division. It should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded location. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Cypella unguiculata
Cypella unguiculata is found in the tropical rainforests of Brazil.
Cypella unguiculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cypella unguiculata?
Cypella unguiculata
What is the common name of Cypella unguiculata?
Cypella
What is the natural habitat of Cypella unguiculata?
Tropical and subtropical regions of South America
Species in the Cypella genus
Cypella aquatilis, Cypella armosa, Cypella craterantha, Cypella crenata, Cypella curuzupensis, Cypella discolor, Cypella elegans, Cypella exilis, Cypella fucata, Cypella geniculata, Cypella hauthalii, Cypella herbertii, Cypella laeta, Cypella lapidosa, Cypella laxa, Cypella mandonii, Cypella oreophila, Cypella osteniana, Cypella pabstiana, Cypella pusilla, Cypella catharinensis, Cypella unguiculata, Cypella brasiliensis, Cypella amambaica, Cypella trimontina, Cypella suffusa, Cypella luteogibbosa, Cypella magnicristata, Cypella rivularis, Cypella boliviana, Cypella aurinegra, Cypella ravenniana,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,
References
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Germán G. Roitman (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roitman' in the authors string.
José Alberto Castillo (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.Castillo' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77091964-1: Based on the initial data import