Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
brunonis
ID:
1245142

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall. ex Hook.

Source:
tro

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Sp. Fil. 1: 15. 1844

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001244480

Common Names

  • Brunon's Cyathea
  • Cyathea Brunonis
  • Brunon's Cyathea

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Description

Cyathea brunonis (also called Cyathea medullaris, among many other common names) is a small, fern-like plant with a creeping habit. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist, shady areas. It has small, bright green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cyathea brunonis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its flowers are also used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyathea brunonis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyathea brunonis is a fast-growing, evergreen, woody climber that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is best propagated by cuttings taken from semi-hardwood stems. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 10-15 cm in length. They should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into larger pots or into the garden.

Where to Find Cyathea brunonis

Cyathea brunonis is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Cyathea brunonis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyathea brunonis?

Cyathea brunonis

What is the common name of Cyathea brunonis?

Bruno's Tree Fern

What is the natural habitat of Cyathea brunonis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests of Central and South America

Species in the Cyathea genus

Cyathea abbreviata, Cyathea alstonii, Cyathea ameristoneura, Cyathea asplenioides, Cyathea atrocastanea, Cyathea bella, Cyathea bernardii, Cyathea brachyphylla, Cyathea chamaedendron, Cyathea croftii, Cyathea ctenitoides, Cyathea cumingii, Cyathea dealbata, Cyathea dejecta, Cyathea elliottii, Cyathea epaleata, Cyathea exilis, Cyathea feeana, Cyathea flexuosa, Cyathea grantii, Cyathea grata, Cyathea hirsutissima, Cyathea holdrigeana, Cyathea hymenophylloides, Cyathea iheringii, Cyathea incognita, Cyathea jacobsii, Cyathea karsteniana, Cyathea lathamii, Cyathea leprieurii, Cyathea leucofolis, Cyathea microphyllodes, Cyathea miersii, Cyathea minuta, Cyathea myriotricha, Cyathea nothofagorum, Cyathea obtusa, Cyathea paucifolia, Cyathea pilozana, Cyathea polystichoides, Cyathea scabra, Cyathea sessilifolia, Cyathea setchellii, Cyathea srilankensis, Cyathea strigillosa, Cyathea tepuiana, Cyathea trichomanoides, Cyathea trinitensis, Cyathea universitatis, Cyathea whitmeei,

Species in the Cyatheaceae family

Alsophila acanthophora, Alsophila acuminata, Alsophila alderwereltii, Alsophila alleniae, Alsophila alta, Alsophila aneitensis, Alsophila apoensis, Alsophila archboldii, Alsophila baroumba, Alsophila borneensis, Alsophila boytelii, Alsophila brausei, Alsophila brevipinna, Alsophila buennemeijeri, Alsophila callosa, Alsophila catillifera, Alsophila celsa, Alsophila cicatricosa, Alsophila cincinnata, Alsophila cinerea, Alsophila coactilis, Alsophila confinis, Alsophila costalisora, Alsophila crinita, Alsophila cubensis, Alsophila cucullifera, Alsophila cunninghamii, Alsophila deckenii, Alsophila dicksonioides, Alsophila doctersii, Alsophila edanoi, Alsophila eriophora, Alsophila everta, Alsophila excavata, Alsophila fagildei, Alsophila ferdinandii, Alsophila ferruginea, Alsophila foersteri, Alsophila geluensis, Alsophila glaberrima, Alsophila gleichenioides, Alsophila grangaudiana, Alsophila halconensis, Alsophila havilandii, Alsophila hooglandii, Alsophila hookeri, Alsophila horridula, Alsophila humilis, Alsophila hymenodes, Alsophila imbricata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50128963: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.