Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Marchantiales
Species:
cavernarum
ID:
1198799

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunze ex Lehm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Nov. Stirp. Pug. 6: 18 1834

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001198137

Common Names

  • Cyathodium cavernarum
  • Cavernarum Cyathodium
  • Cavernarum Leafy Liverwort

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Description

Cyathodium cavernarum (also called Cave False-Neuraea, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Metzgeriaceae. It is a small, thin, yellowish-green plant that grows in tufts. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cyathodium cavernarum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyathodium cavernarum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Where to Find Cyathodium cavernarum

Cyathodium cavernarum is found in the Mediterranean region.

Cyathodium cavernarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyathodium cavernarum?

Cyathodium cavernarum

What is the common name of Cyathodium cavernarum?

Cavernous Cyathodium

What is the habitat of Cyathodium cavernarum?

It is found in moist, shady places in tropical and subtropical regions

References

Gustav Kunze (1793-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunze' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35187966: Based on data supplied by Bryonames