Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
polyphyllus
ID:
447943

Status:
valid

Authors:
Körn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 35(I): 93 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447275



Common Names

  • Ischnosiphon Polyphyllus
  • Polyphyllus Nutmeg
  • Polyphyllus Spice


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Synonyms

  • Calathea polyphylla Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
  • Hymenocharis jacquinii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Maranta jacquinii C.Presl [illegitimate]
  • Maranta polyphylla D.Dietr. [unknown]

Description

Ischnosiphon polyphyllus (also called Polyphyllous Ischnosiphon, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Ischnosiphonaceae family. It is native to New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and the Bismarck Archipelago. It is found in tropical montane forests at elevations of 500–1,400 m.

Uses & Benefits

Ischnosiphon polyphyllus is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its wood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ischnosiphon polyphyllus is a small, white-greenish flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut with a hard shell. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ischnosiphon polyphyllus can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established.

Where to Find Ischnosiphon polyphyllus

Ischnosiphon polyphyllus can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in the Amazon Basin.

Ischnosiphon polyphyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ischnosiphon polyphyllus?

Ischnosiphon polyphyllus

What is the common name of Ischnosiphon polyphyllus?

Cinnamon Tree

What is the natural habitat of Ischnosiphon polyphyllus?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Ischnosiphon genus

Ischnosiphon annulatus, Ischnosiphon arouma, Ischnosiphon bahiensis, Ischnosiphon cannoideus, Ischnosiphon caudatus, Ischnosiphon centricifolius, Ischnosiphon cerotus, Ischnosiphon colombianus, Ischnosiphon crassispicus, Ischnosiphon elegans, Ischnosiphon enigmaticus, Ischnosiphon flagellatus, Ischnosiphon foliosus, Ischnosiphon fusiformis, Ischnosiphon gracilis, Ischnosiphon grandibracteatus, Ischnosiphon heleniae, Ischnosiphon hirsutus, Ischnosiphon idrobonis, Ischnosiphon inflatus, Ischnosiphon killipii, Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus, Ischnosiphon leucophaeus, Ischnosiphon longiflorus, Ischnosiphon macarenae, Ischnosiphon martianus, Ischnosiphon obliquus, Ischnosiphon ovatus, Ischnosiphon parvifolius, Ischnosiphon paryrizinho, Ischnosiphon petiolatus, Ischnosiphon polyphyllus, Ischnosiphon puberulus, Ischnosiphon rotundifolius, Ischnosiphon surumuensis, Ischnosiphon ursinus,

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

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