Cyclopia meyeriana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Walp.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
Linnaea13: 454 (1840)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197790
Common Names
- Cyclopia meyeriana
- Meyer's Cyclopia
- Meyer Cyclopia
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- Cyclopia montana Hofmeyr & E.Phillips [valid]
- Cyclopia sessiliflora E.Mey. [illegitimate]
Description
Cyclopia meyeriana (also called Meyer's Cyclopia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in grasslands and rocky slopes. Its stems are erect and its leaves are linear. Its flowers are yellow and its fruits are small, round capsules.
Uses & Benefits
Cyclopia meyeriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyclopia meyeriana has small, yellow flowers and small, black, flattened seeds. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped, light green leaves.
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Cyclopia meyeriana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Cyclopia meyeriana
Cyclopia meyeriana is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and Northern Cape.
Cyclopia meyeriana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyclopia meyeriana?
Cyclopia meyeriana
What is the common name of Cyclopia meyeriana?
Meyer's honeybush
What is the family of Cyclopia meyeriana?
Fabaceae
Species in the Cyclopia genus
Cyclopia aurescens, Cyclopia bolusii, Cyclopia bowieana, Cyclopia burtonii, Cyclopia buxifolia, Cyclopia latifolia, Cyclopia falcata, Cyclopia subternata, Cyclopia filiformis, Cyclopia galioides, Cyclopia genistoides, Cyclopia intermedia, Cyclopia longiflora, Cyclopia maculata, Cyclopia meyeriana, Cyclopia plicata, Cyclopia pubescens, Cyclopia sessiliflora, Cyclopia alopecuroides, Cyclopia alpina, Cyclopia longifolia, Cyclopia squamosa, Cyclopia glabra, Cyclopia laxiflora, Cyclopia genistoides,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Wilhelm Gerhard Walpers (1816-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walp.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cyclopia meyeriana Walp.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.