Monographs Details:
Authority:
Mori, S. A., et al. 1997. Guide to the vascular plants of central French Guiana: Part 1. Pteridophytes, gymnosperms, and monocotyledons. Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 76: 1-422.
Mori, S. A., et al. 1997. Guide to the vascular plants of central French Guiana: Part 1. Pteridophytes, gymnosperms, and monocotyledons. Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 76: 1-422.
Family:
Cyclanthaceae
Cyclanthaceae
Description:
Species Description - Usually lianas, with fine aerial roots from stem, infrequently terrestrial. Leaves not clustered, arising along stem; petiole (11.5)25-50 cm long; blade (27)50-80 cm long. Inflorescences with peduncle 7-15 cm long; spathes 3-5. Flowers opening at night.
Distribution and Ecology - Fl (Sep, Nov), young fr (May, Jul)
Species Description - Usually lianas, with fine aerial roots from stem, infrequently terrestrial. Leaves not clustered, arising along stem; petiole (11.5)25-50 cm long; blade (27)50-80 cm long. Inflorescences with peduncle 7-15 cm long; spathes 3-5. Flowers opening at night.
Distribution and Ecology - Fl (Sep, Nov), young fr (May, Jul)