Cyclea fissicalyx - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fissicalyx
ID:
632729
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dunn
Source:
cmp
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Fl. Madras : 31 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632061
Common Names
- Fissicalyx Cyclea
- Cyclea Fissicalyx
- Cyclea fissicalyx
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cyclea fissicalyx (also called Split-calyx Climbing Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Cyclanthaceae. It is found in tropical Asia and Pacific Islands. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, usually in wet, shady areas such as rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Cyclea fissicalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cyclea fissicalyx are white or pinkish, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cyclea fissicalyx is a tropical evergreen climber that is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy stem and place it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The cuttings should root in about 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Cyclea fissicalyx
Cyclea fissicalyx is native to tropical and subtropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Cyclea fissicalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyclea fissicalyx?
Cyclea fissicalyx
What is the common name of Cyclea fissicalyx?
Fissicalyx Climbing Fern
What is the natural habitat of Cyclea fissicalyx?
Tropical rainforest
Species in the Cyclea genus
Cyclea acuminatissima, Cyclea aphylla, Cyclea apoensis, Cyclea atjehensis, Cyclea barbata, Cyclea bicristata, Cyclea caudata, Cyclea cauliflora, Cyclea debiliflora, Cyclea densiflora, Cyclea elegans, Cyclea fansipanensis, Cyclea fissicalyx, Cyclea gracillima, Cyclea hainanensis, Cyclea hypoglauca, Cyclea insularis, Cyclea kinabaluensis, Cyclea laxiflora, Cyclea longgangensis, Cyclea meeboldii, Cyclea merrillii, Cyclea migoana, Cyclea ochiaiana, Cyclea peltata, Cyclea pendulina, Cyclea peregrina, Cyclea polypetala, Cyclea racemosa, Cyclea robusta, Cyclea scyphigera, Cyclea sutchuenensis, Cyclea tonkinensis, Cyclea varians, Cyclea wallichii, Cyclea wattii,
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-2750020: Based on the initial data import
Stephen Troyte Dunn (1868-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunn' in the authors string.