Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
chrysosora
ID:
1035499

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Domin

Source:
tro

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Bohem. 8. 3. 1929. (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001034837

Common Names

  • Cerosora chrysosora
  • Golden Cerosora
  • Chrysosora Cerosora

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Description

Cerosora chrysosora (also called 'Golden Cerosora', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It typically grows up to 5 m tall and has a rounded crown with small, ovate leaves. It grows in moist, open forests, along rivers and streams, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cerosora chrysosora is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Cerosora chrysosora has small white flowers. Seed: The seed of Cerosora chrysosora is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Cerosora chrysosora are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cerosora chrysosora is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the current season's growth and rooting them in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Cerosora chrysosora

Cerosora chrysosora is native to Indonesia and can be found in the tropical rainforests of Sumatra.

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-100352075: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Karel Domin (1882-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Domin' in the authors string.