Kingdom:
Phylum:
Blasiidae
Order:
Blasiales
Family:
Species:
densa
ID:
1209244

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steph.

Source:
tro

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 5: 87 1897

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001208582

Common Names

  • Cavicularia densa
  • Dense-leaved Cavicularia
  • Dense-leaved Bladderwort

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Description

Cavicularia densa (also called 'Dense Cavicularia', among many other common names) is a species of moss native to Japan, China, and Korea. It is a small-sized moss, growing to a height of 1-2 cm. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as on the ground in forests, or on rocks near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Cavicularia densa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cavicularia densa has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cavicularia densa is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and moderate water. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Cavicularia densa

Cavicularia densa is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.

Species in the Cavicularia genus

Species in the Blasiaceae family