Calomnion melanesicum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Rhizogoniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melanesicum
ID:
1196114
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.A. Mill.
Source:
tro
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 45: 599. f. 1–11 1987
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195452
Common Names
- Calomnion Melanesicum
- Melanesian Calomnion
- Melanesian Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calomnion melanesicum (also called Melanesicum, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions, typically in moist habitats such as wet rocks, streambanks, and moist soils. It is a small, yellowish-green moss with short, broad leaves that are often curved and have a serrated margin.
Uses & Benefits
Calomnion melanesicum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calomnion melanesicum has small, yellowish-green flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calomnion melanesicum is a small, evergreen, perennial fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It is best propagated by division of the rhizomes. The rhizomes should be divided in the spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. It can also be propagated from spores, which should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Calomnion melanesicum
Calomnion melanesicum can be found in the mountains of Japan.
Calomnion melanesicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calomnion melanesicum?
Calomnion melanesicum
What is the habitat of Calomnion melanesicum?
It is found in wet, acidic habitats such as bogs, fens, and swamps.
What is the distribution of Calomnion melanesicum?
It is found in Australia and New Zealand.
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
Harvey Alfred Miller (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Mill.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35183759: Based on data supplied by Bryonames