Status:
valid
Authors:
Pearson
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Journal of the Linnean Society, Botany. 46: 22. 1922
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011318
Common Names
- Chiloscyphus beesleyanus
- Beesley's Chiloscyphus
- Beesley's Chiloscyphus Moss
Description
Chiloscyphus beesleyanus (also called Beesley's Chiloscyphus, among many other common names) is a small plant with a single, erect, leafless stem. It is native to Europe and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Chiloscyphus beesleyanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chiloscyphus beesleyanus is a small, yellowish-green cup-shaped flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chiloscyphus beesleyanus can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade or full sun. It can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and kept on the dry side in winter.
Where to Find Chiloscyphus beesleyanus
Chiloscyphus beesleyanus can be found in tropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Chiloscyphus beesleyanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiloscyphus beesleyanus?
Chiloscyphus beesleyanus
What is the habitat of Chiloscyphus beesleyanus?
Chiloscyphus beesleyanus is found in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands and forests.
What is the flowering period of Chiloscyphus beesleyanus?
Chiloscyphus beesleyanus typically flowers from late spring to early summer.
Species in the Lophocoleaceae family
Chiloscyphus septatus,
Chiloscyphus chinnarensis,
Chiloscyphus pallescens,
Chiloscyphus polyanthos,
Chiloscyphus lepervanchei,
Chiloscyphus kehdingianus,
Chiloscyphus durus,
Chiloscyphus hookeri,
Chiloscyphus breviculus,
Chiloscyphus rotundifolius,
Chiloscyphus greenwelliae,
Chiloscyphus kashyapii,
Chiloscyphus subacuminatus,
Chiloscyphus subsimilis,
Chiloscyphus beesleyanus,
Chiloscyphus kilauensis,
Chiloscyphus koeppensis,
Chiloscyphus bifidus,
Chiloscyphus laceratus,
Chiloscyphus lambertonii,
Chiloscyphus latistipus,
Chiloscyphus tridens,
Chiloscyphus trigonifolius,
Chiloscyphus brevistipulus,
Chiloscyphus longifissus,
Chiloscyphus confertifolius,
Chiloscyphus cornutistipulus,
Chiloscyphus parapilistipulus,
Chiloscyphus ernstianus,
Chiloscyphus etesseanus,
Chiloscyphus francanus,
Chiloscyphus propagulifer,
Chiloscyphus quadricilius,
Chiloscyphus graeffeanus,
Chiloscyphus renauldii,
Chiloscyphus scaberulus,
Chiloscyphus acutus,
Chiloscyphus similis,
Chiloscyphus skottsbergianus,
Clasmatocolea vermicularis,
Clasmatocolea minutiretis,
Clasmatocolea verrucosa,
Clasmatocolea fulvella,
Clasmatocolea rigens,
Clasmatocolea trachypus,
Clasmatocolea fasciculata,
Clasmatocolea humilis,
Clasmatocolea inflexispina,
Clasmatocolea gayana,
Clasmatocolea navistipula,