Calycocarpum lyonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lyonii
ID:
582540
Status:
valid
Authors:
Nutt. ex A.Gray
Source:
cmp
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Gen. Amer. Bor. 1: 76 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581872
Common Names
- Calycocarpum lyonii
- Lyon's Calycocarpum
- Lyon's Calycocarpum
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- Menispermum lyonii Pursh [unknown]
Description
Calycocarpum lyonii (also called Lyon's False-Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Mexico and Central America. It is a terrestrial fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds that grow up to 20 cm long. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, usually in shady and humid places.
Uses & Benefits
Calycocarpum lyonii has been used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calycocarpum lyonii is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.
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Calycocarpum lyonii is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy branches and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. The shrub should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Calycocarpum lyonii
Calycocarpum lyonii is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.
Calycocarpum lyonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calycocarpum lyonii?
Calycocarpum lyonii
What is the common name of Calycocarpum lyonii?
Calycocarpum lyonii
Where is Calycocarpum lyonii found?
Calycocarpum lyonii is found in South America
Species in the Calycocarpum genus
Species in the Menispermaceae family
Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2694066: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.