Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
insularis
ID:
632733

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Makino) Hatus.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Mem. Fac. Agric. Kagoshima Univ. 5(3): 29 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632065



Common Names

  • Insularis Cyclea
  • Cyclea Insularis
  • Cyclea insularis


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Synonyms

  • Cissampelos insularis Makino [unknown]
  • Paracyclea insularis (Makino) Kudô & Yamam. [unknown]
  • Cyclea insularis insularis [unknown]

Description

Cyclea insularis (also called Island 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 insularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cyclea insularis sub. guangxiensis H.S.Lo

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cyclea insularis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyclea insularis 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 insularis

Cyclea insularis can be found in the Philippines.

Cyclea insularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyclea insularis?

Cyclea insularis

What is the common name of Cyclea insularis?

Insular Climbing Fern

What is the natural habitat of Cyclea insularis?

Tropical rainforest

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-2750024: Based on the initial data import
Tomitarô Makino (1862-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Makino' in the authors string.
Sumihiko Hatusima (1906-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hatus.' in the authors string.