Cryosophila kalbreyeri - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kalbreyeri
ID:
933735
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dammer ex Burret) Dahlgren
Source:
wcs
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser. 14: 134 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000933073
Common Names
- Cryosophila kalbreyeri
- Cryosophila-Kalbreyeri
- Cryosophila Kalbreyeri
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cryosophila kalbreyeri (also called Kalbreyer's Cryosophila, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America and Mexico. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cryosophila kalbreyeri is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally, with its leaves being used to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Cryosophila kalbreyeri sub. kalbreyeriCryosophila kalbreyeri sub. cogolloi R.J.Evans
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cryosophila kalbreyeri has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like structure.
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Cryosophila kalbreyeri can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Replant the divisions immediately and water well.
Where to Find Cryosophila kalbreyeri
Cryosophila kalbreyeri can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Species in the Cryosophila genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-51860: Based on the initial data import
Carl Lebrecht Udo Dammer (1860-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dammer' in the authors string.
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.