Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
barbatum
ID:
934562

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Forst.) N.Hallé & J.Florence

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Dir. Centres d'Exper. Nucl. Service Mixte Controle Biol. Rapa : 155 (1986 publ. 1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000933900

Common Names

  • Cyclophyllum barbatum
  • Barbate Cyclophyllum
  • Barbate Tree Orchid

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Description

Cyclophyllum barbatum (also called Barbate Cyclophyllum, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 5 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland rainforest, gallery forest, and moist savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cyclophyllum barbatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyclophyllum barbatum is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyclophyllum barbatum is a small evergreen tree native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium at a temperature of 18-20°C (64-68°F). Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe shoots in late summer and rooted in a well-drained medium at a temperature of 18-20°C (64-68°F).

Where to Find Cyclophyllum barbatum

Cyclophyllum barbatum is native to India and can be found in moist, shady forests.

Species in the Cyclophyllum genus

Cyclophyllum brevipes, Cyclophyllum coprosmoides, Cyclophyllum costatum, Cyclophyllum longipetalum, Cyclophyllum maritimum, Cyclophyllum multiflorum, Cyclophyllum protractum, Cyclophyllum rostellatum, Cyclophyllum schultzii, Cyclophyllum jasminifolium, Cyclophyllum caudatum, Cyclophyllum longiflorum, Cyclophyllum novoguineensis, Cyclophyllum valetonianum, Cyclophyllum lordbergense, Cyclophyllum subsessile, Cyclophyllum urophyllum, Cyclophyllum fragrans, Cyclophyllum baladense, Cyclophyllum balansae, Cyclophyllum barbatum, Cyclophyllum calyculatum, Cyclophyllum cardiocarpum, Cyclophyllum cymosum, Cyclophyllum deplanchei, Cyclophyllum francii, Cyclophyllum henriettae, Cyclophyllum merrillianum, Cyclophyllum pancheri, Cyclophyllum rectinervium, Cyclophyllum sagittatum, Cyclophyllum saviense, Cyclophyllum sessilifolium, Cyclophyllum subulatum, Cyclophyllum tenuipes, Cyclophyllum vieillardii, Cyclophyllum guillauminianum, Cyclophyllum tiebaghiense, Cyclophyllum tieaense, Cyclophyllum pindaiense, Cyclophyllum letocartiorum, Cyclophyllum macphersonii, Cyclophyllum memaoyaense,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-52701: Based on the initial data import
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Jacques Florence (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Florence' in the authors string.
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.