Calypogeia mascarenensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mascarenensis
ID:
1213271
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bischl.
Source:
tro
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Rev. Bryol. Lichénol. 37: 89
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001212609
Common Names
- Calypogeia mascarenensis
- Mascarenensis Moss
- Mascarenensis Leafy Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calypogeia mascarenensis (also called Calypogeia mascarenensis, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Metzgeriaceae. It is found in the tropical regions of the world and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Calypogeia mascarenensis is used as a decorative plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It has a high drought tolerance and can be used to reduce soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calypogeia mascarenensis has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calypogeia mascarenensis can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. Cultivation is best done in a moist environment with plenty of light. The soil should be rich in organic matter and well-draining.
Where to Find Calypogeia mascarenensis
Calypogeia mascarenensis can be found in Madagascar.
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
Hélène Bischler (1932-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bischl.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35215209: Based on data supplied by Bryonames