Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cycadales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sainathii
ID:
1317458

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.C.Srivast.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Indian J. Pl. Sci. (Jaipur) 3(1): 110 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329912

Common Names

  • Cycas Sainathii
  • Sainathii Cycas
  • Sainathii's Cycas

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Description

Cycas sainathii (also called Sainath's Cycas, among many other common names) is a succulent native to India. It has large, spiny leaves and yellow flowers. The plant grows in dry, sandy areas and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Cycas sainathii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cycas sainathii are small, white, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cycas sainathii is a small, evergreen tree native to India. It can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. It requires full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every month during the growing season.

Where to Find Cycas sainathii

Cycas sainathii is native to the tropical forests of India.

Cycas sainathii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cycas sainathii?

Cycas sainathii

What is the common name of Cycas sainathii?

Sainathii Cycas

Where is Cycas sainathii native to?

India

Species in the Cycas genus

Cycas annaikalensis, Cycas indica, Cycas aenigma, Cycas lacrimans, Cycas nitida, Cycas saxatilis, Cycas vespertilio, Cycas aculeata, Cycas angulata, Cycas apoa, Cycas arenicola, Cycas armstrongii, Cycas arnhemica, Cycas badensis, Cycas balansae, Cycas basaltica, Cycas beddomei, Cycas bifida, Cycas bougainvilleana, Cycas brachycantha, Cycas brunnea, Cycas cairnsiana, Cycas calcicola, Cycas campestris, Cycas canalis, Cycas candida, Cycas chamaoensis, Cycas changjiangensis, Cycas chevalieri, Cycas circinalis, Cycas clivicola, Cycas collina, Cycas condaoensis, Cycas conferta, Cycas couttsiana, Cycas cupida, Cycas curranii, Cycas debaoensis, Cycas desolata, Cycas diannanensis, Cycas dolichophylla, Cycas edentata, Cycas elephantipes, Cycas elongata, Cycas falcata, Cycas ferruginea, Cycas fugax, Cycas furfuracea, Cycas glauca, Cycas guizhouensis,

Species in the Cycadaceae family

Cycas annaikalensis, Cycas indica, Cycas aenigma, Cycas lacrimans, Cycas nitida, Cycas saxatilis, Cycas vespertilio, Cycas aculeata, Cycas angulata, Cycas apoa, Cycas arenicola, Cycas armstrongii, Cycas arnhemica, Cycas badensis, Cycas balansae, Cycas basaltica, Cycas beddomei, Cycas bifida, Cycas bougainvilleana, Cycas brachycantha, Cycas brunnea, Cycas cairnsiana, Cycas calcicola, Cycas campestris, Cycas canalis, Cycas candida, Cycas chamaoensis, Cycas changjiangensis, Cycas chevalieri, Cycas circinalis, Cycas clivicola, Cycas collina, Cycas condaoensis, Cycas conferta, Cycas couttsiana, Cycas cupida, Cycas curranii, Cycas debaoensis, Cycas desolata, Cycas diannanensis, Cycas dolichophylla, Cycas edentata, Cycas elephantipes, Cycas elongata, Cycas falcata, Cycas ferruginea, Cycas fugax, Cycas furfuracea, Cycas glauca, Cycas guizhouensis,

References

Ramesh Chandra Srivastava (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Srivast.' in the authors string.