Calypogeia miquelii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
miquelii
ID:
1206709
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mont. ex Gottsche, Lindenb. & Nees
Source:
tro
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Syn. Hepat. : 200. 1845
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001206047
Common Names
- Calypogeia miquelii
- Calypogeia Moss
- Miquelii Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calypogeia miquelii (also called Miquel's 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 Central and South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia. It grows on the ground in moist, shady areas, often in the understory of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Calypogeia miquelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calypogeia miquelii has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calypogeia miquelii is a small, terrestrial liverwort that can be propagated from spores or vegetative fragments. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a terrarium or in a potting mix with some sand and peat moss. It can also be grown outdoors in a shady, moist location. Propagation from spores is best done in the spring or early summer, while vegetative propagation can be done at any time of the year.
Where to Find Calypogeia miquelii
Calypogeia miquelii is native to Central and South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of forests.
Calypogeia miquelii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calypogeia miquelii?
Calypogeia miquelii
What is the common name of Calypogeia miquelii?
Miquel's calypogeia
What is the habitat of Calypogeia miquelii?
It is found in moist forests, grasslands, and wetlands in Central and South America
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
Camille Montagne (1784-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mont.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35206483: Based on data supplied by Bryonames