Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
lanata
ID:
582521

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lag. ex Pers.) Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2: 162 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581853

Common Names

  • Lanata Daisy
  • Calycera Lanata
  • Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Acicarpha lanata Lag. ex Pers. [unknown]
  • Calycera tenuifolia Phil. ex Miers [unknown]
  • Cryptocarpha lanata Cass. [unknown]

Description

Calycera lanata (also called Woolly 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 lanata has been used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calycera lanata 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 lanata is an evergreen perennial that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Calycera lanata

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

Calycera lanata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calycera lanata?

Calycera lanata

What is the common name of Calycera lanata?

Calycera lanata

Where is Calycera lanata found?

Calycera lanata is found in South America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2694042: Based on the initial data import
Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Mariano Lagasca (1776-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lag.' in the authors string.