Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
leucanthema
ID:
582522

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 3[3]: 127. 1898 [28 Sep 1898]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581854

Common Names

  • Calycera leucanthema
  • White-flowered Calycera
  • White-rayed Calycera

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Synonyms

  • Anomocarpus leucanthemus Miers [unknown]
  • Anomocarpus tenuifolius Miers [unknown]
  • Anomocarpus tenuis Miers [unknown]
  • Boopis integrifolia Phil. [unknown]
  • Boopis leucanthema Poepp. ex Less. [unknown]
  • Calycera integrifolia (Phil.) Reiche [unknown]
  • Leucocera annua Turcz. [unknown]
  • Calycera integrifolia Reiche. [unknown]

Description

Calycera leucanthema (also called White-Flowered 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 leucanthema has been used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calycera leucanthema 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 leucanthema 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 leucanthema

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

Calycera leucanthema FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calycera leucanthema?

Calycera leucanthema

What is the common name of Calycera leucanthema?

Calycera leucanthema

Where is Calycera leucanthema found?

Calycera leucanthema 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-2694043: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.