Cephaloziella meghalayensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
meghalayensis
ID:
1203563
Status:
valid
Authors:
Udar & Ad. Kumar
Source:
tro
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Lindbergia 8: 34. f. 2 1982
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001202901
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Cephaloziella meghalayensis (also called 'Meghalayan Liverwort' and 'Meghalayan Moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Cephaloziellaceae. It is a small, cushion-forming moss that grows in tufts. It is native to India, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cephaloziella meghalayensis is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and diarrhea. It is also used as an ornamental plant in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cephaloziella meghalayensis has small yellow-green flowers with four petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and green with a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cephaloziella meghalayensis is a small, evergreen, perennial liverwort that grows in moist, shady forests, grasslands, and wetlands. It can be propagated by spore dispersal or by division of the plant. To propagate by spore dispersal, collect the spores from the sporophyte and spread them over a moist, shady area. To propagate by division, carefully separate the plant into smaller pieces and replant in a moist, shady area.
Where to Find Cephaloziella meghalayensis
Cephaloziella meghalayensis is found in the tropical regions of South America.
Cephaloziella meghalayensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cephaloziella meghalayensis?
Cephaloziella meghalayensis
What is the common name of Cephaloziella meghalayensis?
Meghalaya Cephaloziella
Where is Cephaloziella meghalayensis found?
Cephaloziella meghalayensis is found in India
Species in the Cephaloziellaceae family
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References
Ram Udar (1926-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Udar' in the authors string.
Adarsh Kumar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ad.Kumar' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35202244: Based on data supplied by Bryonames