Kingdom:
Phylum:
Funariidae
Order:
Funariales
Species:
immersum
ID:
1147258

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fife & Magill

Source:
tro

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bryologist 85: 99. f. 1–19 1982

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001146596

Common Names

  • Cygnicollum Immersum
  • Immersum Cygnicollum
  • Immersed Cygnicollum

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Description

Cygnicollum immersum (also called Immersed Cygnicollum, among many other common names) is a small, tufted moss with a reddish-brown stem and yellowish-green leaves. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Cygnicollum immersum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to reduce soil erosion and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cygnicollum immersum are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are black and oval, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cygnicollum immersum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade and can tolerate drought. It is best grown in a sunny position in moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Cygnicollum immersum

Cygnicollum immersum can be found in India.

Species in the Cygnicollum genus

Species in the Funariaceae family

Brachymeniopsis gymnostoma, Bryobeckettia bartlettii, Clavitheca poeltii, Cygnicollum immersum, Entosthodon kroonkurk, Entosthodon abramovae, Entosthodon dagestanicus, Entosthodon stenophyllus, Entosthodon andicola, Entosthodon angustifolius, Entosthodon apophysatus, Entosthodon attenuatus, Entosthodon balansae, Entosthodon beccarii, Entosthodon bergianus, Entosthodon bolanderi, Entosthodon bonplandii, Entosthodon borbonicus, Entosthodon buseanus, Entosthodon californicus, Entosthodon cartilagineus, Entosthodon chiloensis, Entosthodon clavatus, Entosthodon commutatus, Entosthodon curviapiculatus, Entosthodon curvipes, Entosthodon deserticola, Entosthodon diversinervis, Entosthodon dixonii, Entosthodon dozyanus, Entosthodon drummondii, Entosthodon duriaei, Entosthodon fascicularis, Entosthodon handelii, Entosthodon hildebrandtii, Entosthodon hungaricus, Entosthodon hybridus, Entosthodon italicus, Entosthodon jamesonii, Entosthodon kochii, Entosthodon laxus, Entosthodon lepervanchei, Entosthodon limbatus, Entosthodon lindigii, Entosthodon marginatulus, Entosthodon mathewsii, Entosthodon mouretii, Entosthodon obtusifolius, Entosthodon obtusus, Entosthodon perrottetii,

References

Robert Earle Magill (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Magill' in the authors string.
Allan James Fife (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fife' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35100054: Based on data supplied by Bryonames