Cyathothecium distichaceum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
distichaceum
ID:
1182057
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dixon
Source:
tro
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 19: 300. 14 1938
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001181395
Common Names
- Two-Rowed Fern-Maids Hair
- Two-Rowed Fern-Maids-Hair
- Two-Rowed Fern Maids Hair
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cyathothecium distichaceum (also called 'Narrow-leaved Cyathothecium', among many other common names) is a small, tufted, perennial grass native to the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas, and is often found in dry, sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Cyathothecium distichaceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used medicinally for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cyathothecium distichaceum is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a black and white speckled pattern. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cyathothecium distichaceum is a small, delicate, green alga that can be cultivated in a laboratory setting. It is propagated by vegetative fragmentation, where the thallus is broken into small pieces and each piece is allowed to regenerate into a new individual. It can also be propagated by sexual reproduction, where gametes are produced and fertilized to form a zygote.
Where to Find Cyathothecium distichaceum
Cyathothecium distichaceum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Cyathothecium distichaceum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyathothecium distichaceum?
Cyathothecium distichaceum
What is the common name of Cyathothecium distichaceum?
Unknown
What is the natural habitat of Cyathothecium distichaceum?
Freshwater ponds and streams
Species in the Cyathothecium genus
Species in the Hypnaceae family
Acritodon nephophilus, Austrohondaella limata, Bryosedgwickia barlassinae, Chryso-hypnum elegantulum, Chryso-hypnum patens, Chryso-hypnum diminutivum, Chryso-hypnum demaretii, Chryso-hypnum cavifolium, Chryso-hypnum frondosum, Chryso-hypnum crosbyi, Chryso-hypnum hylophilum, Chryso-hypnum rostratulum, Chryso-hypnum smithii, Crepidophyllum modestum, Ctenidiadelphus plumularia, Cyathothecium distichaceum, Dacryophyllum falcifolium, Ectropotheciella decrescens, Ectropotheciella distichophylla, Ectropotheciopsis novoguineensis, Ectropothecium glossophylloides, Ectropothecium laxirete, Ectropothecium aciculare, Ectropothecium adnatum, Ectropothecium aeruginosum, Ectropothecium affine, Ectropothecium afromolluscum, Ectropothecium andrei, Ectropothecium aneitense, Ectropothecium angusto-textum, Ectropothecium anisophyllum, Ectropothecium annamense, Ectropothecium arcuatum, Ectropothecium arfakense, Ectropothecium aubertii, Ectropothecium aureo-crispum, Ectropothecium aureum, Ectropothecium aurifolium, Ectropothecium barbelloides, Ectropothecium bingerianum, Ectropothecium bowiei, Ectropothecium brachycladulum, Ectropothecium brevifalcatum, Ectropothecium buitenzorgii, Ectropothecium burmense, Ectropothecium campaniforme, Ectropothecium campanulatum, Ectropothecium capillisetum, Ectropothecium carolinarum, Ectropothecium chamissonis,
References
Hugh Neville Dixon (1861-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dixon' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35158875: Based on data supplied by Bryonames