Cyathophorum tahitense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypopterygiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tahitense
ID:
1182054
Status:
valid
Authors:
Besch.
Source:
tro
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 7, 2: 59 1894
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001181392
Common Names
- Tahitian Fern-Maids Hair
- Tahitian Fern-Maids-Hair
- Tahitian Fern Maids Hair
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cyathophorum tahitense (also called 'Tahitian Cyathophorum', among many other common names) is a small, tufted, perennial grass native to the tropical regions of the Pacific Islands. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas, and is often found in moist, sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Cyathophorum tahitense 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 Cyathophorum tahitense is yellow, with a white 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
Cyathophorum tahitense 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 Cyathophorum tahitense
Cyathophorum tahitense can be found in Tahiti.
Cyathophorum tahitense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyathophorum tahitensis?
Cyathophorum tahitensis
What is the common name of Cyathophorum tahitensis?
Unknown
What is the natural habitat of Cyathophorum tahitensis?
Freshwater ponds and streams
Species in the Cyathophorum genus
Species in the Hypopterygiaceae family
Arbusculohypopterygium arbuscula, Canalohypopterygium tamariscinum, Catharomnion ciliatum, Cyathophorum adiantum, Cyathophorum africanum, Cyathophorum bulbosum, Cyathophorum spinosum, Cyathophorum tahitense, Dendrocyathophorum decolyi, Dendrohypopterygium filiculiforme, Hypopterygium hookerianum, Hypopterygium didictyon, Hypopterygium discolor, Hypopterygium flavolimbatum, Hypopterygium rotulatum, Hypopterygium sandwicense, Hypopterygium tamarisci, Hypopterygium vriesei, Hypopterygium lutescens, Hypopterygium elatum, Hypopterygium parvifolium, Hypopterygium obstusum, Lopidium concinnum, Lopidium nematosum, Lopidium struthiopteris,
References
Émile Bescherelle (1828-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Besch.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35158872: Based on data supplied by Bryonames