Cycas orientis
| Cycas orientis | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Embryophytes |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Gymnosperms |
| Division: | Cycadophyta |
| Class: | Cycadopsida |
| Order: | Cycadales |
| Family: | Cycadaceae |
| Genus: | Cycas |
| Species: | C. orientis |
| Binomial name | |
| Cycas orientis K.D.Hill | |
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
[edit]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 m (23 ft). Its bright green, glossy leaves can grow up to 1.25 m (4 ft) 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]
Relationship with humans
[edit]Cycas orientis nuts (nyathu) are eaten by the Yolngu in Australia's Arnhem Land. They are harvested during the dry season and soaked in water overnight before being ground into a paste, wrapped under bark, and cooked on an open fire.[3]
References
[edit]- 1 2 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.
- ↑ Midawarr: Harvest: The Art of Mulkun Wirrpanda and John Wolseley. National Museum of Australia Press. 2017. p. 48. ISBN 978-1-921953-31-6.
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