Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
sinensifugax
ID:
1202173

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll. Hal.) Broth. ex C. Gao

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bryophyt. Sin. 1: 229 1994

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001201511

Common Names

  • Cynodontium sinensifugax
  • Sinensifugax Cynodontium
  • Sinensifugax Moss

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Description

Cynodontium sinensifugax (also called Chinese-fleeing Cynodontium, among many other common names) is a small moss species with a yellow-green stem and leaves that are inversely lanceolate. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cynodontium sinensifugax has been used as a traditional herbal remedy to treat various ailments, including skin diseases, and has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynodontium sinensifugax has small, yellowish-green flowers with a single stigma. The seeds are small, black and globose. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynodontium sinensifugax is a small, evergreen, perennial liverwort that grows in a cushion-like form. It can be propagated by spore or by division of the thallus. To cultivate, use a soil-less medium such as a mixture of peat moss and sand. Place the plant in a bright, indirect light and keep the soil moist. It is best to water with distilled water or rainwater.

Where to Find Cynodontium sinensifugax

Cynodontium sinensifugax can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, Australia, and South America.

Cynodontium sinensifugax FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynodontium sinensifugax?

Cynodontium sinensifugax

What is the common name of Cynodontium sinensifugax?

Sinensifugax Cynodontium Moss

Where is Cynodontium sinensifugax found?

It is found in North America, Europe, and Asia

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

Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
Chien Gao (1929-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Gao' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35200337: Based on data supplied by Bryonames