Status:
valid
Authors:
Thwaites
Source:
wcs
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 270 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000766960
Common Names
- Adenochlaena zeylanica
- Ceylon Adenochlaena
- Ceylon Lily
Description
Adenochlaena zeylanica (also called Ceylon Adenochlaena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to Sri Lanka, and it typically grows in moist, shady woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Adenochlaena zeylanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adenochlaena zeylanica has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adenochlaena zeylanica is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the clumps. It grows best in partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in winter. It is also tolerant of cold temperatures.
Where to Find Adenochlaena zeylanica
Adenochlaena zeylanica is native to Sri Lanka and can be found in moist, shady forests and along streams.
Adenochlaena zeylanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenochlaena zeylanica?
Adenochlaena zeylanica
What is the common name of Adenochlaena zeylanica?
Ceylon Fern
What is the natural habitat of Adenochlaena zeylanica?
It is native to Sri Lanka and grows in moist, shady areas.
Species in the Adenochlaena genus
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,