Kingdom:
Phylum:
Buxbaumiidae
Order:
Buxbaumiales
Genus:
Species:
colyerae
ID:
1178160

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burges

Source:
tro

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales 57(34): 242 1932

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001177498



Common Names

  • Buxbaumia colyerae
  • Colyerae Buxbaumia Moss
  • Colyerae Moss


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Uses & Benefits

Buxbaumia colyerae is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Buxbaumia colyerae is a small, white, star-shaped structure with six petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Where to Find Buxbaumia colyerae

Buxbaumia colyerae can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, and Australia.

Buxbaumia colyerae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buxbaumia colyerae?

Buxbaumia colyerae

What is the common name of Buxbaumia colyerae?

Colyer's Buxbaumia

What is the habitat of Buxbaumia colyerae?

Buxbaumia colyerae is found in humid forests, usually near streams or rivers

References

Alan Burges (1911-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burges' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35153158: Based on data supplied by Bryonames