Calyptothecium squarrosulum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
squarrosulum
ID:
1195345
Status:
valid
Authors:
Nog. & B.C. Tan
Source:
tro
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 57: 64. f. 2 1984
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194683
Common Names
- Calyptothecium squarrosulum
- Squarrosulum Calyptothecium
- Calyptothecium Moss
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Calyptothecium squarrosulum (also called Squarrose Calyptothecium, among many other common names) is a moss species in the family Amblystegiaceae. It is found in Europe, Asia, and North America. It grows in moist, shady places, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Calyptothecium squarrosulum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make baskets, mats, and other crafts. It has medicinal properties and can be used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calyptothecium squarrosulum has small yellowish flowers, and its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calyptothecium squarrosulum is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a terrestrial plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil and kept at a temperature of 18-24°C. The plants should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly. They can also be grown in containers.
Where to Find Calyptothecium squarrosulum
Calyptothecium squarrosulum can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Species in the Calyptothecium genus
Calyptothecium acostatum, Calyptothecium prainii, Calyptothecium acutum, Calyptothecium bescherellei, Calyptothecium burmense, Calyptothecium duplicatum, Calyptothecium extensum, Calyptothecium hookeri, Calyptothecium nitidum, Calyptothecium oxyphyllum, Calyptothecium pinnatum, Calyptothecium ramosii, Calyptothecium recurvulum, Calyptothecium subacutum, Calyptothecium subhumile, Calyptothecium symphysodontoides, Calyptothecium urvilleanum, Calyptothecium wightii, Calyptothecium auriculatum, Calyptothecium integrifolium, Calyptothecium compressum, Calyptothecium pterobryoides, Calyptothecium squarrosulum, Calyptothecium phyllogonioides, Calyptothecium philippinense,
Species in the Pterobryaceae family
Calyptothecium acostatum, Calyptothecium prainii, Calyptothecium acutum, Calyptothecium bescherellei, Calyptothecium burmense, Calyptothecium duplicatum, Calyptothecium extensum, Calyptothecium hookeri, Calyptothecium nitidum, Calyptothecium oxyphyllum, Calyptothecium pinnatum, Calyptothecium ramosii, Calyptothecium recurvulum, Calyptothecium subacutum, Calyptothecium subhumile, Calyptothecium symphysodontoides, Calyptothecium urvilleanum, Calyptothecium wightii, Calyptothecium auriculatum, Calyptothecium integrifolium, Calyptothecium compressum, Calyptothecium pterobryoides, Calyptothecium squarrosulum, Calyptothecium phyllogonioides, Calyptothecium philippinense, Henicodium geniculatum, Hildebrandtiella cuspidans, Hildebrandtiella endotrichelloides, Hildebrandtiella longiseta, Hildebrandtiella phleoides, Jaegerina formosa, Jaegerina guatemalensis, Jaegerina luzonensis, Jaegerina plicata, Jaegerina robillardii, Jaegerina scariosa, Jaegerina solitaria, Jaegerina stolonifera, Jaegerina retrosquarrosa, Micralsopsis complanata, Muellerobryum whiteleggei, Neolindbergia deningeri, Neolindbergia rigida, Neolindbergia robusta, Neolindbergia rugosa, Neolindbergia vitiensis, Neolindbergia cladomnioides, Neolindbergia veloirae, Orthorrhynchidium planifrons, Orthostichopsis fornicata,
References
Akira Noguchi (1907-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nog.' in the authors string.
Benito Ching Tan (1946-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.C.Tan' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35182670: Based on data supplied by Bryonames