Calypogeia lunata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lunata
ID:
1206998
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mitt.
Source:
tro
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 5: 107 1861
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001206336
Common Names
- Calypogeia lunata
- Lunata Calypogeia
- Lunata liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calypogeia lunata (also called Moon-shaped Calypogeia, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Calypogeiaceae. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in association with mosses.
Uses & Benefits
Calypogeia lunata is used as a decorative plant in gardens and as an ornamental plant in flower arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calypogeia lunata has small, yellowish-green flowers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and smooth. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calypogeia lunata can be propagated by spores or by division. It prefers a moist, shady environment with plenty of organic matter in the soil. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground, and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated by dividing the plant into smaller pieces and replanting them.
Where to Find Calypogeia lunata
Calypogeia lunata is native to Central and South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of forests.
Calypogeia lunata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calypogeia lunata?
Calypogeia lunata
What is the family of Calypogeia lunata?
Calypogeiaceae
Where is Calypogeia lunata found?
Calypogeia lunata is found in Japan, Korea, and China.
Species in the Calypogeiaceae family
Calypogeia fissa, Calypogeia integristipula, Calypogeia muelleriana, Calypogeia neesiana, Calypogeia peruviana, Calypogeia sphagnicola, Calypogeia suecica, Calypogeia subintegra, Calypogeia laxa, Calypogeia tenax, Calypogeia leptoloma, Calypogeia rhombifolia, Calypogeia goebelii, Calypogeia bidentula, Calypogeia longifolia, Calypogeia azurea, Calypogeia granulata, Calypogeia annabonensis, Calypogeia miquelii, Calypogeia grandistipula, Calypogeia lunata, Calypogeia azorica, Calypogeia cordistipula, Calypogeia formosana, Calypogeia tosana, Calypogeia aeruginosa, Calypogeia angusta, Calypogeia asakawana, Calypogeia contracta, Calypogeia fujisana, Calypogeia japonica, Calypogeia nasuensis, Calypogeia obovata, Calypogeia lechleri, Calypogeia uncinulatula, Calypogeia densifolia, Calypogeia mascarenensis, Calypogeia microstipula, Calypogeia vietnamica, Calypogeia andicola, Calypogeia apiculata, Calypogeia ceylanica, Calypogeia cuspidata, Calypogeia decurrens, Calypogeia falcata, Calypogeia kamchatica, Calypogeia khasiana, Calypogeia latissima, Calypogeia lophocoleoides, Calypogeia marginella,
References
William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35206848: Based on data supplied by Bryonames