Status:
valid
Authors:
(Nees) Váňa & L. Söderstr.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 76(3): 35. 2013
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000008487
Common Names
- Cuspidatula flexicaulis
- Flexicaulis Moss
- Flexicaulis Haircap Moss
Description
Cuspidatula flexicaulis (also called split gill mushrooms, among many other common names) is a small, white mushroom with a fan-shaped cap and a split gill structure. It is native to North America and Europe, and is found in wooded areas, especially near conifers.
Uses & Benefits
Cuspidatula flexicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cuspidatula flexicaulis has white, five-petaled flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and green with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cuspidatula flexicaulis can be propagated by division of the clumps in spring or autumn. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Cuspidatula flexicaulis
Cuspidatula flexicaulis is found in wetland areas of North America, Europe, and Asia.
Cuspidatula flexicaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cuspidatula flexicaulis?
Cuspidatula flexicaulis
What is the common name of Cuspidatula flexicaulis?
Flexicaul Cuspidatula
What is the distribution of Cuspidatula flexicaulis?
It is found in Fiji.
Species in the Cuspidatula genus
Species in the Adelanthaceae family
Cuspidatula flaccida,
Cuspidatula kirkii,
Cuspidatula contracta,
Cuspidatula monodon,
Cuspidatula flexicaulis,
Cuspidatula orbicularis,
Cuspidatula robusta,
Denotarisia linguifolia,
Nothostrepta bifida,
Nothostrepta longissima,
Pisanoa chilensis,
Protosyzygiella pseudoconnexa,
Pseudomarsupidium decipiens,
Pseudomarsupidium aureocinctum,
Pseudomarsupidium borneense,
Pseudomarsupidium piliferum,
Syzygiella acinacifolia,
Syzygiella nigrescens,
Syzygiella paludosa,
Syzygiella pseudocclusa,
Syzygiella sonderi,
Syzygiella spegazziniana,
Syzygiella tasmanica,
Syzygiella jacquinotii,
Syzygiella autumnalis,
Syzygiella colorata,
Syzygiella elongella,
Syzygiella nipponica,
Syzygiella oenops,
Syzygiella purpurascens,
Syzygiella undata,
Syzygiella anomala,
Syzygiella manca,
Syzygiella pectiniformis,
Syzygiella perfoliata,
Syzygiella setulosa,
Syzygiella macrocalyx,
Syzygiella campanulata,
Syzygiella bilobata,
Syzygiella concreta,
Syzygiella securifolia,
Syzygiella rubricaulis,
Syzygiella subintegerrima,
Syzygiella uleana,
Syzygiella tonduzana,
Syzygiella ovalifolia,
Syzygiella eatonii,
Syzygiella trigonifolia,
Syzygiella burghardtii,
Syzygiella ciliata,