Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
chilense
ID:
1534027

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hampe ex Müll. Hal.) Fedosov, Jan Kučera & M. Stech

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Botanical Journal of the Linnean Society. 195(4): 559. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017839

Common Names

  • Cynodontium chilense
  • Chilense Cynodontium
  • Chilense Moss

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Description

Cynodontium chilense (also called as the Chilean Moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss belonging to the family Dicranaceae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a glossy sheen. It is native to South America, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, forests, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Cynodontium chilense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynodontium chilense has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Cynodontium chilense is best done through division of the plant. The plant can be divided in spring or autumn. The divided parts should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in partial shade. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Propagation can also be done through spore sowing, which should be done in spring or autumn. The spores should be sown on a moist, well-drained soil and kept in partial shade.

Where to Find Cynodontium chilense

Cynodontium chilense can be found in Chile, Argentina, and Peru.

Cynodontium chilense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynodontium chilense?

Cynodontium chilense

What type of plant is Cynodontium chilense?

Moss

Where is Cynodontium chilense found?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Rhabdoweisiaceae family

Camptodontium cryptodon, Cynodontium asperifolium, Cynodontium bruntonii, Cynodontium crassirete, Cynodontium fallax, Cynodontium gracilescens, Cynodontium jenneri, Cynodontium polycarpum, Cynodontium strumiferum, Cynodontium strumulosum, Cynodontium suecicum, Cynodontium tanganyikae, Cynodontium tenellum, Cynodontium guatemalense, Cynodontium mexicanum, Cynodontium sinensifugax, Cynodontium serrulatum, Cynodontium brasiliense, Cynodontium brevidens, Cynodontium brevifolium, Cynodontium chilense, Cynodontium delgadilloi, Cynodontium erosum, Cynodontium hydrogonioides, Cynodontium laxifolium, Cynodontium laxirete, Cynodontium peruvianum, Cynodontium robinsonii, Cynodontium setschwanicum, Cynodontium subintegrum, Cynodontium tunariense, Cynodontium weisioides, Dicranoweisia africana, Dicranoweisia cirrata, Dicranoweisia microcarpa, Dicranoweisia falcifolia, Dicranoweisia tortelloides, Eucamptodon perichaetialis, Oncophorus virens, Oncophorus gracilentus, Oncophorus integerrimus, Arctoa schistioides, Arctoa anderssonii, Arctoa fulvella, Arctoa hyperborea, Arctoa blyttii, Arctoa starkei, Arctoa glacialis, Arctoa pumila, Arctoa spenceri,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100513632: Based on data supplied by Bryonames