Status:
valid
Authors:
Burghardt & Uribe
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 470(1): 107. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000016710
Common Names
- Symphyogyna caduciloba
- Falling-leaved Symphyogyna
- Falling-leaved Star-of-Bethlehem
Description
Symphyogyna caduciloba (also called Bifid-Leaved Symphyogyna, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, moss-like plant that grows in tufts. It is native to North America and Europe and is found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Symphyogyna caduciloba is used in landscaping and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Symphyogyna caduciloba is white and has a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, brown capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Symphyogyna caduciloba can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils.
Where to Find Symphyogyna caduciloba
Symphyogyna caduciloba can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.
Symphyogyna caduciloba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Symphyogyna caduciloba?
Symphyogyna caduciloba
What are the common names of Symphyogyna caduciloba?
Falling-leaved Symphyogyna
What is the natural habitat of Symphyogyna caduciloba?
Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands
Species in the Symphyogyna genus
Symphyogyna aspera,
Symphyogyna brasiliensis,
Symphyogyna brongniartii,
Symphyogyna podophylla,
Symphyogyna sinuata,
Symphyogyna hymenophyllum,
Symphyogyna tenuinervis,
Symphyogyna rectidens,
Symphyogyna similis,
Symphyogyna hochstetteri,
Symphyogyna rhodina,
Symphyogyna leptothelia,
Symphyogyna apiculispina,
Symphyogyna atronervia,
Symphyogyna boliviensis,
Symphyogyna caduciloba,
Symphyogyna circinata,
Symphyogyna digitisquama,
Symphyogyna fuscovirens,
Symphyogyna ignambiensis,
Symphyogyna interrupta,
Symphyogyna irregularis,
Symphyogyna lacerosquama,
Symphyogyna lindmanii,
Symphyogyna luetzelburgii,
Symphyogyna marginata,
Symphyogyna mexicana,
Symphyogyna multiflora,
Symphyogyna paucidens,
Symphyogyna purpureolimbata,
Symphyogyna rubescens,
Symphyogyna rubritincta,
Symphyogyna semiinvolucrata,
Symphyogyna subsimplex,
Symphyogyna trivitatta,
Symphyogyna ulvoides,
Symphyogyna undulata,
Symphyogyna volkensii,
Species in the Pallaviciniaceae family
Greeneothallus gemmiparus,
Jensenia spinosa,
Jensenia florschuetzii,
Jensenia difformis,
Jensenia connivens,
Jensenia decipiens,
Jensenia wallisii,
Jensenia crassifrons,
Pallavicinia camisassai,
Pallavicinia ambigua,
Pallavicinia baldwinii,
Pallavicinia bipinnata,
Pallavicinia cylindrica,
Pallavicinia himalayensis,
Pallavicinia hypandra,
Pallavicinia indica,
Pallavicinia levieri,
Pallavicinia lyellii,
Pallavicinia pseudolyellii,
Pallavicinia purpurea,
Pallavicinia ridleyi,
Pallavicinia rubristipa,
Pallavicinia subciliata,
Podomitrium phyllanthus,
Podomitrium malaccense,
Podomitrium marginatum,
Seppeltia succuba,
Symphyogyna aspera,
Symphyogyna brasiliensis,
Symphyogyna brongniartii,
Symphyogyna podophylla,
Symphyogyna sinuata,
Symphyogyna hymenophyllum,
Symphyogyna tenuinervis,
Symphyogyna rectidens,
Symphyogyna similis,
Symphyogyna hochstetteri,
Symphyogyna rhodina,
Symphyogyna leptothelia,
Symphyogyna apiculispina,
Symphyogyna atronervia,
Symphyogyna boliviensis,
Symphyogyna caduciloba,
Symphyogyna circinata,
Symphyogyna digitisquama,
Symphyogyna fuscovirens,
Symphyogyna ignambiensis,
Symphyogyna interrupta,
Symphyogyna irregularis,
Symphyogyna lacerosquama,