Cycas orientis
| Cycas orientis | |
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Gymnospermae |
| Division: | Cycadophyta |
| Class: | Cycadopsida |
| Order: | Cycadales |
| Family: | Cycadaceae |
| Genus: | Cycas |
| Species: | C. orientis
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| Binomial name | |
| Cycas orientis K.D.Hill
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Cycas orientis is a species of cycad native to East Arnhem Land in Australia's Northern Territory.[1] The species name "orientis" is derived from Latin and refers to the eastern distribution of the species in Arnhem Land.
Description
Cycas orientis is a species of cycad native to dry, open forests. It is a medium to large cycad, reaching heights of up to 7 meters (23 feet). Its bright green, glossy leaves can grow up to 1.25 meters (4 feet) in length. This species is well-adapted to the unique monsoonal climate of the region, which is characterized by the hot and wet, and the hot and dry seasons.[2]
References
- ^ a b Bösenberg, J.D. (2023) [errata version of 2022 assessment]. "Cycas orientis". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2022 e.T41992A243419337. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2022-1.RLTS.T41992A243419337.en.
- ^ "Cycas orientis". Palm and Cycad Societies of Australia. Retrieved 9 June 2023.