Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tysonii
ID:
250652

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 50: 5 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249984



Common Names

  • Neobolusia tysonii
  • Tysonii
  • Tyson's Neobolusia


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Synonyms

  • Brachycorythis junodiana Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Brachycorythis tysonii Bolus [unknown]

Description

Neobolusia tysonii (also called 'Tyson's Apostasia', among many other common names) is a species of fern native to South America. It is a terrestrial fern with fronds up to 1 m long. It grows in moist, shady areas in rainforest, wet sclerophyll forest and wet schlerophyll woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Neobolusia tysonii is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, wounds, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neobolusia tysonii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neobolusia tysonii is a tropical plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by cuttings. The plant can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Neobolusia tysonii

Neobolusia tysonii is native to South America and can be found in Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador.

Neobolusia tysonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neobolusia tysonii?

Neobolusia tysonii

What is the common name of Neobolusia tysonii?

Tysonii Neobolusia

What is the family of Neobolusia tysonii?

Euphorbiaceae

Species in the Neobolusia genus

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