Cycnogeton lineare - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lineare
ID:
765533
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Endl.) Sond.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 28: 225 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764866
Common Names
- Cycnogeton Lineare
- Cycnogeton Procerum
- Cyclanthus Bipartitus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cycnogeton lineare (also called Linear Cycnogeton, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa and Madagascar. It grows in wet soils, such as those found in marshes and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Cycnogeton lineare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cycnogeton lineare is small, white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, long and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cycnogeton lineare is a small, perennial aquatic plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in shallow, still waters. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Cycnogeton lineare
Cycnogeton lineare can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Cycnogeton lineare FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cycnogeton lineare?
Cycnogeton lineare
What is the natural habitat of Cycnogeton lineare?
It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
What are the medicinal uses of Cycnogeton lineare?
It is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, dysentery, and skin diseases.
Species in the Cycnogeton genus
Species in the Juncaginaceae family
Cycnogeton huegelii, Cycnogeton lineare, Cycnogeton procerum, Cycnogeton rheophilum, Cycnogeton multifructum, Cycnogeton alcockiae, Cycnogeton dubium, Cycnogeton microtuberosum, Tetroncium magellanicum, Triglochin stowardii, Triglochin turrifera, Triglochin gaspensis, Triglochin compacta, Triglochin protuberans, Triglochin hexagona, Triglochin milnei, Triglochin barrelieri, Triglochin bulbosa, Triglochin calcitrapa, Triglochin centrocarpa, Triglochin elongata, Triglochin laxiflora, Triglochin maritima, Triglochin mexicana, Triglochin minutissima, Triglochin mucronata, Triglochin muelleri, Triglochin nana, Triglochin palustris, Triglochin striata, Triglochin trichophora, Triglochin isingiana, Triglochin longicarpa, Triglochin buchenaui, Triglochin scilloides,
References
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:602926-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.