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cyphomeris
Scientific Name: Cyphomeris
Family: Nyctaginaceae
Category: Dicot
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Cyphomeris gypsophiloides
Also known as Red Cyphomeris or Leachlobe Cyphomeris, Cyphomeris gypsophiloides is one of two species in the Cyphomeris genus.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cyphomeris gypsophiloides (M. Martens & Galeotti) Standl.
- Family: Nyctaginaceae (Four O'Clock Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms:
- Lindenia gypsophiloides M. Martens & Galeotti
- Boerhavia gypsophiloides
- Cyphomeris gypsophiloides var. stewartii
- USDA Symbol: Not specified in text.
- TSN: 19592
Distribution and Habitat
Cyphomeris species are found in arid regions of central and southern areas.
Morphology and Growth Habits
Cyphomeris gypsophiloides is described as a herb. Stems are described as being erect. It can range from glabrous to sparsely pubescent with pale, curved, occasionally gland-tipped hairs on stems and veins of leaves. Cyphomeris crassifolia is a subshrub.
Etymology
The genus name Cyphomeris is derived from the Greek words "kyphos," meaning bent or humped, and "meris," meaning part, referring to the gibbous (humped) fruit.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Fruits of some genera in Nyctaginaceae, including Cyphomeris, produce a large quantity of mucilage.
Further Information
- Discover Life offers information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Cyphomeris and Cyphomeris gypsophiloides.
- ASU Vascular Plant Herbarium provides information on Cyphomeris crassifolia.
- BONAP's North American Plant Atlas provides information on Cyphomeris.