Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Canellales
Genus:
Species:
calothyrsum
ID:
430507

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels) Vink

Source:
ksu

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Blumea 31: 53 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429839

Common Names

  • Zygogynum calothyrsum
  • Clothed Zygogynum
  • Clothed Caltrop

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Synonyms

  • Bubbia calothyrsa (Diels) A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Drimys calothyrsa Diels [unknown]
  • Drimys oblongifolia Kaneh. & Hatus. [unknown]

Description

Zygogynum calothyrsum (also called Calothyrsus Zygogynum, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is a small shrub with leathery, glossy green leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Zygogynum calothyrsum is used as an ornamental plant, for its yellow flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zygogynum calothyrsum has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygogynum calothyrsum is a tropical evergreen shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. Propagation is best done by seed, though cuttings can be taken from mature plants. It is a relatively easy species to cultivate and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Zygogynum calothyrsum

Zygogynum calothyrsum can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Zygogynum calothyrsum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygogynum calothyrsum?

Zygogynum calothyrsum

What are the common names of Zygogynum calothyrsum?

Calothyrsus Fern, Calothyrsus Stigmas Fern

What is the natural habitat of Zygogynum calothyrsum?

Zygogynum calothyrsum is native to India, Southeast Asia, and Australia

Species in the Zygogynum genus

Zygogynum megacarpum, Zygogynum montanum, Zygogynum oligocarpum, Zygogynum oligostigma, Zygogynum pachyanthum, Zygogynum longifolium, Zygogynum polyneurum, Zygogynum queenslandianum, Zygogynum argenteum, Zygogynum bullatum, Zygogynum calophyllum, Zygogynum calothyrsum, Zygogynum clemensiae, Zygogynum mackeei, Zygogynum cristatum, Zygogynum cruminatum, Zygogynum howeanum, Zygogynum vinkii, Zygogynum sororium, Zygogynum sylvestre, Zygogynum tanyostigma, Zygogynum tieghemii, Zygogynum umbellatum, Zygogynum semecarpoides, Zygogynum archboldianum, Zygogynum acsmithii, Zygogynum pomiferum, Zygogynum baillonii, Zygogynum bicolor, Zygogynum vieillardii, Zygogynum pancheri, Zygogynum crassifolium, Zygogynum schlechteri, Zygogynum amplexicaule, Zygogynum comptonii, Zygogynum pauciflorum, Zygogynum stipitatum, Zygogynum fraterculus, Zygogynum haplopus, Zygogynum whitmoreanum, Zygogynum bosavicum, Zygogynum cyclopensis, Zygogynum ledermannii, Zygogynum schramii, Zygogynum staufferianum,

Species in the Winteraceae family

Drimys andina, Drimys angustifolia, Drimys brasiliensis, Drimys confertifolia, Drimys granadensis, Drimys roraimensis, Drimys winteri, Pseudowintera insperata, Pseudowintera axillaris, Pseudowintera colorata, Pseudowintera traversii, Takhtajania perrieri, Tasmannia xerophila, Tasmannia vickeriana, Tasmannia verticillata, Tasmannia rubiginosa, Tasmannia beccariana, Tasmannia elongata, Tasmannia dictyophlebia, Tasmannia densifolia, Tasmannia cyclopum, Tasmannia coriacea, Tasmannia grandiflora, Tasmannia hatamensis, Tasmannia arfakensis, Tasmannia acutifolia, Tasmannia rosea, Tasmannia reticulata, Tasmannia pachyphylla, Tasmannia glaucifolia, Tasmannia obovata, Tasmannia membranea, Tasmannia macrantha, Tasmannia oligandra, Tasmannia insipida, Tasmannia lanceolata, Tasmannia purpurascens, Tasmannia stipitata, Tasmannia piperita, Tasmannia brassii, Tasmannia parviflora, Tasmannia pittosporoides, Tasmannia montis-wilhelmii, Tasmannia lamii, Tasmannia fistulosa, Tasmannia microphylla, Tasmannia vaccinioides, Tasmannia myrtoides, Zygogynum megacarpum, Zygogynum montanum,

References

Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Willem Vink (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vink' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:915610-1: Based on the initial data import