Status:
valid
Authors:
(Grolle) R.M. Schust.
Source:
tro
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 56: 68 1984
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001203603
Common Names
- Clandarium Xiphophyllum
- Xiphophyllum Moss
- Clandarium Moss
Description
Clandarium xiphophyllum (also called Sword-leaved clandarium, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green plant that is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky and sandy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Clandarium xiphophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Clandarium xiphophyllum has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clandarium xiphophyllum is a species of liverwort that can be propagated by spores or by division of the thallus. It is best grown in moist, shady environments with a soil pH of 5.5-6.5. It requires regular watering and should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Clandarium xiphophyllum
Clandarium xiphophyllum is found in Europe and North America.
Species in the Clandarium genus
Species in the Blepharidophyllaceae family