Status:
valid
Authors:
H.A. Mill.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Arkiv för Botanik, Andra Serien. 5(2): 508. 1963
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011427
Common Names
- Chiloscyphus Skottsbergianus
- Fairy Bells
- Fairy Cup
Description
Chiloscyphus skottsbergianus (also called the 'Fairy Cup', among many other common names) is a small, saprobic, cup-shaped liverwort. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is found in moist habitats, such as shaded areas of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Chiloscyphus skottsbergianus is used as an ornamental plant and is often grown in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chiloscyphus skottsbergianus has small, yellow flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chiloscyphus skottsbergianus can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained medium in the spring. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. The plants should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded location.
Where to Find Chiloscyphus skottsbergianus
Chiloscyphus skottsbergianus can be found in South America.
Chiloscyphus skottsbergianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiloscyphus skottsbergianus?
Chiloscyphus skottsbergianus
What is the common name of Chiloscyphus skottsbergianus?
Unknown
Where is Chiloscyphus skottsbergianus found?
South America
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,