Cyanocephalus incanus

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Hyptis incana

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, specifically within the family Lamiaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Cyanocephalus.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern within the South American continent. It is found natively in the West-Central region of Brazil. Additionally, its range extends further south into the territory of Paraguay. These locations represent the primary geographical areas where the species can be located in the wild. Consequently, its habitat is concentrated within these specific parts of Southern South America.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Cyanocephalus incanus is defined by its adaptation to the Cerrado (latu sensu) biome, where it thrives within these specific environmental conditions. This species occupies a distinct vertical distribution across the landscape, ranging from sea level up to a maximum elevation of 500 m AMSL. By inhabiting these low-to-mid elevation zones within the Cerrado, the plant integrates into the complex mosaic of vegetation and soil types characteristic of this tropical savanna ecosystem.

Elevational range max:

500 m AMSL

Elevational range min:

0 m AMSL

Habitat :

Cerrado (lato sensu)

Life history

The life history of Cyanocephalus incanus is characterized by a perennial lifecycle, allowing the plant to persist in its environment over multiple growing seasons rather than completing its reproductive cycle in a single year. As a perennial species, it establishes a stable presence within its habitat, often developing robust root systems or vegetative structures that enable it to survive periods of dormancy or unfavorable environmental conditions. This longevity supports repeated flowering and seeding events over time, contributing to the long-term stability of its population and its ability to compete effectively within its ecological niche.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Cyanocephalus incanus is characterized by its growth form as a non-woody herb, exhibiting a soft, herbaceous structure rather than woody tissues. This species is primarily terrestrial in its habitat preference, lacking aquatic or semiaquatic tendencies, and it functions as an independent organism without parasitic behavior. As a self-supporting plant, it does not possess climbing or trailing mechanisms, nor does it exhibit epiphytic qualities, remaining strictly terrestrial in its ecological positioning.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

herb

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Cyanocephalus incanus has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 7-Ethoxyrosmanol, EPIROSMANOL, Monoterpene, Rosmanol.

7-Ethoxyrosmanol

1. Anticancer research

EPIROSMANOL

1. Anticancer research

Monoterpene

1. Natural product communications

Rosmanol

1. Anticancer research