Calycera sessiliflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
582528
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 28: 706 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581860
Common Names
- Calycera sessiliflora
- Sessile-flowered Calycera
- Sessile Calycera
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- Anomocarpus axillaris Miers [unknown]
- Anomocarpus subsessiliflorus Miers [unknown]
- Calycera sessiliflora axillaris Reiche [unknown]
- Calycera sessiliflora sessiliflora [unknown]
Description
Calycera sessiliflora (also called Sessile-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 sessiliflora has been used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calycera sessiliflora 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calycera sessiliflora is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy branches and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. The shrub should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Calycera sessiliflora
Calycera sessiliflora is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.
Calycera sessiliflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calycera sessiliflora?
Calycera sessiliflora
What is the common name of Calycera sessiliflora?
Calycera sessiliflora
Where is Calycera sessiliflora found?
Calycera sessiliflora is found in South America
Species in the Calycera genus
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-2694051: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.