Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
zeylanicus
ID:
631756

Status:
valid

Authors:
Champ. ex Hook.f. & Thomson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 1: 127 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631088

Common Names

  • Cyathocalyx zeylanicus
  • Ceylon Cyathocalyx
  • Zeylanicus Cyathocalyx

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Description

Cyathocalyx zeylanicus (also called Ceylon cyathocalyx, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small tree or shrub with a height of up to 10 m. It is native to Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cyathocalyx zeylanicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyathocalyx zeylanicus has small white flowers, and the seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyathocalyx zeylanicus is a shrub native to Sri Lanka. It is usually propagated by seed, though it can also be propagated by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is not very tolerant of cold temperatures.

Where to Find Cyathocalyx zeylanicus

Cyathocalyx zeylanicus is found in Sri Lanka.

Cyathocalyx zeylanicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyathocalyx zeylanicus?

Cyathocalyx zeylanicus

What is the common name of Cyathocalyx zeylanicus?

Ceylon Cyathocalyx

What is the natural habitat of Cyathocalyx zeylanicus?

Forests and woodlands

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Thomas Thomson (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thomson' in the authors string.
John George Champion (1815-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Champ.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:72690-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.