Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steph.) Steph.
Source:
tro
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Sp. Hepat. 3: 402
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001212611
Common Names
- Calypogeia microstipula
- Microstipula Moss
- Microstipula Leafy Liverwort
Description
Calypogeia microstipula (also called Calypogeia microstipula, 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 microstipula 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 microstipula has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, rounded leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calypogeia microstipula 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 microstipula
Calypogeia microstipula can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, the Philippines, and 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,