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P.V.C.Rao, N.V.S.Prasad, P.M.Babu, K.Prassad & Prasanna
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Common Names
- Cycas seshachalamensis
- Seshachalam Cycas
- Seshachalam Cycad
Description
Cycas seshachalamensis (also called Seshachalam cycad, among many other common names) is a species of cycad in the family Cycadaceae. It is native to India and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cycas seshachalamensis is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine and is believed to have anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cycas seshachalamensis has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cycas seshachalamensis is a tropical shrub that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.
Where to Find Cycas seshachalamensis
Cycas seshachalamensis is native to India. It can be found in dry, sunny habitats, such as in open fields and on rocky hillsides.
Cycas seshachalamensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cycas seshachalamensis?
Cycas seshachalamensis
What type of plant is Cycas seshachalamensis?
Cycad
What is the natural habitat of Cycas seshachalamensis?
Tropical and subtropical regions of the world
Species in the Cycas genus
Cycas annaikalensis,
Cycas indica,
Cycas aenigma,
Cycas lacrimans,
Cycas nitida,
Cycas saxatilis,
Cycas vespertilio,
Cycas aculeata,
Cycas angulata,
Cycas apoa,
Cycas arenicola,
Cycas armstrongii,
Cycas arnhemica,
Cycas badensis,
Cycas balansae,
Cycas basaltica,
Cycas beddomei,
Cycas bifida,
Cycas bougainvilleana,
Cycas brachycantha,
Cycas brunnea,
Cycas cairnsiana,
Cycas calcicola,
Cycas campestris,
Cycas canalis,
Cycas candida,
Cycas chamaoensis,
Cycas changjiangensis,
Cycas chevalieri,
Cycas circinalis,
Cycas clivicola,
Cycas collina,
Cycas condaoensis,
Cycas conferta,
Cycas couttsiana,
Cycas cupida,
Cycas curranii,
Cycas debaoensis,
Cycas desolata,
Cycas diannanensis,
Cycas dolichophylla,
Cycas edentata,
Cycas elephantipes,
Cycas elongata,
Cycas falcata,
Cycas ferruginea,
Cycas fugax,
Cycas furfuracea,
Cycas glauca,
Cycas guizhouensis,
Species in the Cycadaceae family
Cycas annaikalensis,
Cycas indica,
Cycas aenigma,
Cycas lacrimans,
Cycas nitida,
Cycas saxatilis,
Cycas vespertilio,
Cycas aculeata,
Cycas angulata,
Cycas apoa,
Cycas arenicola,
Cycas armstrongii,
Cycas arnhemica,
Cycas badensis,
Cycas balansae,
Cycas basaltica,
Cycas beddomei,
Cycas bifida,
Cycas bougainvilleana,
Cycas brachycantha,
Cycas brunnea,
Cycas cairnsiana,
Cycas calcicola,
Cycas campestris,
Cycas canalis,
Cycas candida,
Cycas chamaoensis,
Cycas changjiangensis,
Cycas chevalieri,
Cycas circinalis,
Cycas clivicola,
Cycas collina,
Cycas condaoensis,
Cycas conferta,
Cycas couttsiana,
Cycas cupida,
Cycas curranii,
Cycas debaoensis,
Cycas desolata,
Cycas diannanensis,
Cycas dolichophylla,
Cycas edentata,
Cycas elephantipes,
Cycas elongata,
Cycas falcata,
Cycas ferruginea,
Cycas fugax,
Cycas furfuracea,
Cycas glauca,
Cycas guizhouensis,