Status:
valid
Authors:
Steph.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Species Hepaticarum. 6: 307. 1922
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011366
Common Names
- Chiloscyphus graeffeanus
- Graeffe's Chiloscyphus
- Graeffe's Moss
Description
Chiloscyphus graeffeanus (also called Graeffe's Chiloscyphus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and an erect stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in rocky and dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Chiloscyphus graeffeanus has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Chiloscyphus graeffeanus are small, yellow-green and star-shaped. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chiloscyphus graeffeanus is a small, perennial, evergreen plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be pruned to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Chiloscyphus graeffeanus
Chiloscyphus graeffeanus can be found in the mountains of the Southern Andes in Chile and Argentina.
Chiloscyphus graeffeanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiloscyphus graeffeanus?
Chiloscyphus graeffeanus
What is the common name of Chiloscyphus graeffeanus?
Graeffe's Chiloscyphus
What type of plant is Chiloscyphus graeffeanus?
Chiloscyphus graeffeanus is a species of flowering plant in the family Chiloscyphaceae
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,