Calomnion iwatsukii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Rhizogoniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
iwatsukii
ID:
1200137
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vitt
Source:
tro
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Bryologist 98: 344. f. 24–30 1995
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001199475
Common Names
- Calomnion Iwatsukii
- Iwatsukii Calomnion
- Iwatsukii Calomnion
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calomnion iwatsukii (also called Iwatsuk's Calomnion, among many other common names) is a small, leafy liverwort found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a light green, cushion-forming plant with obtuse leaves and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests, woodlands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Calomnion iwatsukii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calomnion iwatsukii has a small flower with 6 tepals, each of which is about 1.5 mm long. The seeds are small, about 0.5 mm long, and are dispersed by wind. The seedlings have a single leaf, which is about 1 cm long and 0.5 cm wide.
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Calomnion iwatsukii is a small, tuft-forming moss that is native to New Zealand. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, as it prefers moist, shady conditions and can be propagated by division or spore sowing. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in a partially shaded area.
Where to Find Calomnion iwatsukii
Calomnion iwatsukii can be found in Japan, Korea, and Russia.
Calomnion iwatsukii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calomnion iwatsukii?
Calomnion iwatsukii
What is the common name of Calomnion iwatsukii?
Iwatsuk's Calomnion
What type of plant is Calomnion iwatsukii?
Leafy liverwort
Species in the Calomnion genus
Species in the Calomniaceae family
Calomnion complanatum, Calomnion denticulatum, Calomnion schistostegiellum, Calomnion melanesicum, Calomnion milleri, Calomnion ceramense, Calomnion iwatsukii, Calomnion lillianiae, Calomnion brownseyi, Cryptopodium bartramioides, Pyrrhobryum novae-caledoniae, Pyrrhobryum latifolium, Pyrrhobryum pungens, Pyrrhobryum setosum, Pyrrhobryum spiniforme, Pyrrhobryum dozyanum, Pyrrhobryum mauritianum, Pyrrhobryum medium, Pyrrhobryum paramattense,
References
Dale Hadley Vitt (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vitt' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35189982: Based on data supplied by Bryonames