Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
megalophus
ID:
1412250

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Schuit., Y.P.Ng & H.A.Pedersen

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 186(2): 195. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424715



Common Names

  • Megalophus Cylindrolobus
  • Megalophus False-Lily
  • Megalophus Star-Grass


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Description

Cylindrolobus megalophus (also called Megalophous Cylindrolobus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including dry sclerophyll forests and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Cylindrolobus megalophus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also known for its medicinal properties, as it can help treat various skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cylindrolobus megalophus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cylindrolobus megalophus is a low-growing, evergreen perennial native to Mexico. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Take a stem cutting and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and place the cutting in a pot filled with moist potting soil. Cover the pot with a plastic bag and place it in a warm, bright location. The cutting should root within a few weeks. Once the cutting has rooted, remove the plastic bag and water the soil as needed.

Where to Find Cylindrolobus megalophus

Cylindrolobus megalophus can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Cylindrolobus megalophus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cylindrolobus megalophus?

Cylindrolobus megalophus

What is the common name of Cylindrolobus megalophus?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Cylindrolobus megalophus?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Cylindrolobus genus

Cylindrolobus fastigatifolius, Cylindrolobus cootesii, Cylindrolobus aliciae, Cylindrolobus perspicabilis, Cylindrolobus marginatus, Cylindrolobus cristatus, Cylindrolobus tenuicaulis, Cylindrolobus nutans, Cylindrolobus linearifolius, Cylindrolobus longissimus, Cylindrolobus elisheae, Cylindrolobus alboluteus, Cylindrolobus kalabakanensis, Cylindrolobus elatus, Cylindrolobus longpasiaensis, Cylindrolobus aporoides, Cylindrolobus biflorus, Cylindrolobus brachystachyus, Cylindrolobus clavicaulis, Cylindrolobus compressus, Cylindrolobus erythrostictus, Cylindrolobus exappendiculatus, Cylindrolobus gramineus, Cylindrolobus hallieri, Cylindrolobus jensenianus, Cylindrolobus kandarianus, Cylindrolobus kenejianus, Cylindrolobus leucanthus, Cylindrolobus longerepens, Cylindrolobus mucronatus, Cylindrolobus pinguis, Cylindrolobus quadricolor, Cylindrolobus rhodoleucus, Cylindrolobus soronensis, Cylindrolobus truncatus, Cylindrolobus validus, Cylindrolobus verruculosus, Cylindrolobus virginalis, Cylindrolobus warianus, Cylindrolobus arunachalensis, Cylindrolobus hegdei, Cylindrolobus lohitensis, Cylindrolobus glanduliferus, Cylindrolobus benchaii, Cylindrolobus beccarianus, Cylindrolobus burleyi, Cylindrolobus carneus, Cylindrolobus clemensiorum, Cylindrolobus neglectus, Cylindrolobus puakensis,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Henrik Ærenlund Pedersen (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Pedersen' in the authors string.
Yan Peng Ng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.P.Ng' in the authors string.