Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
fragrans
ID:
835915

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr. & K.Krause) Mouly

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 32: 884 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835250

Common Names

  • Cyclophyllum fragrans
  • Fragrant Cyclophyllum
  • Fragrant Orchid

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Description

Cyclophyllum fragrans (also called fragrant cyclophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It grows to a height of 1-3 m and has a woody root system. It is found in dry open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cyclophyllum fragrans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyclophyllum fragrans is a single, white to cream-coloured flower with a yellow labellum. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, white to cream-coloured flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyclophyllum fragrans is an orchid native to Australia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Division is best done in spring or summer. The plant should be carefully divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Cyclophyllum fragrans

Cyclophyllum fragrans is found in tropical rainforests of Queensland, Australia.

Cyclophyllum fragrans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyclophyllum fragrans?

Cyclophyllum fragrans

What is the common name of Cyclophyllum fragrans?

Fragrant Cyclophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Cyclophyllum fragrans?

It is found in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest

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-372475: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.
Arnaud Mouly: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mouly' in the authors string.