Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
balsamitifolia
ID:
582503

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rich.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1820

Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Hist. Nat. 6: 77. 1820

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581835

Common Names

  • Balsamitifolia Daisy
  • Calycera Balsamitifolia
  • Daisy

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Description

Calycera balsamitifolia (also called Balsam-Leaf False-Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Mexico and Central America. It is a terrestrial fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds that grow up to 20 cm long. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, usually in shady and humid places.

Uses & Benefits

Calycera balsamitifolia has been used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calycera balsamitifolia is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calycera balsamitifolia is a species of flowering plant in the Calyceraceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. It should be protected from direct sunlight and should be grown in a bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Calycera balsamitifolia

Calycera balsamitifolia is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.

Calycera balsamitifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calycera balsamitifolia?

Calycera balsamitifolia

What is the common name of Calycera balsamitifolia?

Balsam-leaved calycera

What type of plant is Calycera balsamitifolia?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Calyceraceae family

Acicarpha bonariensis, Acicarpha obtusisepala, Acicarpha procumbens, Acicarpha runcinata, Acicarpha tribuloides, Boopis andicola, Boopis anthemoides, Boopis australis, Boopis breviscapa, Boopis bupleuroides, Boopis castillonii, Boopis chubutensis, Boopis filifolia, Boopis gracilis, Boopis graminea, Boopis itatiaiae, Boopis juergensii, Boopis multicaulis, Boopis patagonica, Boopis pusilla, Boopis raffaellii, Boopis pterocalyx, Boopis necronensis, Calycera balsamitifolia, Calycera boopidea, Calycera calcitrapa, Calycera crassifolia, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera herbacea, Calycera horrida, Calycera lanata, Calycera leucanthema, Calycera pulvinata, Calycera sessiliflora, Calycera sympaganthera, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera leucanthema, Gamocarpha alpina, Gamocarpha angustifolia, Gamocarpha dentata, Gamocarpha gilliesii, Gamocarpha ligulata, Gamocarpha polycephala, Gamocarpha selliana, Moschopsis caleopuensis, Moschopsis leyboldi, Moschopsis monocephala, Moschopsis rosulata, Moschopsis subandina, Moschopsis trilobata,

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