Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
subacuminatus
ID:
1525972

Status:
valid

Authors:
Herzog

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Arkiv för Botanik, Andra Serien. 3: 49. 1955

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011430

Common Names

  • Chiloscyphus Subacuminatus
  • Fairy Bells
  • Fairy Cup

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Description

Chiloscyphus subacuminatus (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 subacuminatus is used as an ornamental plant and is often grown in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chiloscyphus subacuminatus has small, yellow flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chiloscyphus subacuminatus 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 subacuminatus

Chiloscyphus subacuminatus can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Chiloscyphus subacuminatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chiloscyphus subacuminatus?

Chiloscyphus subacuminatus

What is the common name of Chiloscyphus subacuminatus?

Unknown

Where is Chiloscyphus subacuminatus 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,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100435408: Based on data supplied by Bryonames