Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
graeffeanum
ID:
1178538

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll. Hal.

Source:
tro

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
J. Mus. Godeffroy 3(6): 64 1874

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001177876



Common Names

  • Calymperes graeffeanum
  • Graeffeanum Fern Moss
  • Graeffeanum Fernmoss


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Description

Calymperes graeffeanum (also called Graeffe's Calymperes, among many other common names) is a species of moss-like fern native to tropical regions of Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa. It is typically found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Calymperes graeffeanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calymperes graeffeanum has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calymperes graeffeanum can be propagated through division or by spores. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Calymperes graeffeanum

Calymperes graeffeanum can be found in Brazil.

Calymperes graeffeanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calymperes graeffeanum?

Calymperes graeffeanum

What is the common name of Calymperes graeffeanum?

Graeffe's fern moss

What type of environment does Calymperes graeffeanum prefer?

Moist, shady areas

Species in the Calymperes genus

Calymperes robinsonii, Calymperes rubiginosum, Calymperes aeruginosum, Calymperes afzelii, Calymperes beccarii, Calymperes boulayi, Calymperes couguiense, Calymperes crassinerve, Calymperes erosum, Calymperes fasciculatum, Calymperes graeffeanum, Calymperes guildingii, Calymperes guineense, Calymperes hispidum, Calymperes levyanum, Calymperes linearifolium, Calymperes lonchophyllum, Calymperes loucoubense, Calymperes mangalorense, Calymperes moluccense, Calymperes motleyi, Calymperes nanum, Calymperes nicaraguense, Calymperes othmeri, Calymperes palisotii, Calymperes pallidum, Calymperes pintasii, Calymperes platyloma, Calymperes porrectum, Calymperes pungens, Calymperes schmidtii, Calymperes serratum, Calymperes smithii, Calymperes strictifolium, Calymperes subintegrum, Calymperes subserratum, Calymperes tahitense, Calymperes tenerum, Calymperes thomeanum, Calymperes venezuelanum, Calymperes bartramii, Calymperes noakhalense, Calymperes mitrafugax, Calymperes boninense, Calymperes norkettii, Calymperes woodii, Calymperes serratioides,

Species in the Calymperaceae family

Arthrocormus schimperi, Calymperes robinsonii, Calymperes rubiginosum, Calymperes aeruginosum, Calymperes afzelii, Calymperes beccarii, Calymperes boulayi, Calymperes couguiense, Calymperes crassinerve, Calymperes erosum, Calymperes fasciculatum, Calymperes graeffeanum, Calymperes guildingii, Calymperes guineense, Calymperes hispidum, Calymperes levyanum, Calymperes linearifolium, Calymperes lonchophyllum, Calymperes loucoubense, Calymperes mangalorense, Calymperes moluccense, Calymperes motleyi, Calymperes nanum, Calymperes nicaraguense, Calymperes othmeri, Calymperes palisotii, Calymperes pallidum, Calymperes pintasii, Calymperes platyloma, Calymperes porrectum, Calymperes pungens, Calymperes schmidtii, Calymperes serratum, Calymperes smithii, Calymperes strictifolium, Calymperes subintegrum, Calymperes subserratum, Calymperes tahitense, Calymperes tenerum, Calymperes thomeanum, Calymperes venezuelanum, Calymperes bartramii, Calymperes noakhalense, Calymperes mitrafugax, Calymperes boninense, Calymperes norkettii, Calymperes woodii, Calymperes serratioides, Exodictyon dentatum, Exodictyon incrassatum,

References

Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35153699: Based on data supplied by Bryonames