Status:
valid
Authors:
Udar & D. Kumar
Source:
tro
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Geophytology 6: 36 1976
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001206337
Common Names
- Cephalozia darjeelingensis
- Darjeelingensis Cephalozia
- Darjeelingensis liverwort
Description
Cephalozia darjeelingensis (also called Darjeeling Cephalozia, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Cephaloziellaceae. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in association with mosses.
Uses & Benefits
Cephalozia darjeelingensis is used as a decorative plant in gardens and as an ornamental plant in flower arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cephalozia darjeelingensis has small, yellowish-green flowers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and smooth. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cephalozia darjeelingensis can be propagated by spores or by division. It prefers a moist, shady environment with plenty of organic matter in the soil. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground, and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated by dividing the plant into smaller pieces and replanting them.
Where to Find Cephalozia darjeelingensis
Cephalozia darjeelingensis is native to the Himalayas. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of forests.
Cephalozia darjeelingensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cephalozia darjeelingensis?
Cephalozia darjeelingensis
What is the family of Cephalozia darjeelingensis?
Cephaloziaceae
Where is Cephalozia darjeelingensis found?
Cephalozia darjeelingensis is found in Japan, Korea, and China.
Species in the Cephalozia genus
Cephalozia bicuspidata,
Cephalozia lacinulata,
Cephalozia macounii,
Cephalozia crossii,
Cephalozia hamatiloba,
Cephalozia ambigua,
Cephalozia darjeelingensis,
Cephalozia badia,
Cephalozia indica,
Cephalozia pandei,
Cephalozia kashyapii,
Cephalozia chilensis,
Cephalozia turgida,
Cephalozia austrigena,
Cephalozia schusteriana,
Cephalozia pachygyna,
Cephalozia mollusca,
Cephalozia neesiana,
Cephalozia nishimurae,
Cephalozia parvifolia,
Cephalozia physocaula,
Cephalozia acuminata,
Cephalozia acutiloba,
Cephalozia albula,
Cephalozia stolonacea,
Cephalozia tricuspidata,
Cephalozia trivialis,
Cephalozia tubulata,
Cephalozia veltenii,
Cephalozia conchata,
Cephalozia drucei,
Cephalozia fuegiensis,
Cephalozia kodaikanalensis,
Cephalozia lucens,
Cephalozia macgregorii,
Cephalozia maxima,
Species in the Cephaloziaceae family
Alobiella husnotii,
Alobiellopsis acroscyphus,
Alobiellopsis dominicensis,
Alobiellopsis parvifolius,
Alobiellopsis heteromorphus,
Alobiellopsis pillansii,
Cephalozia bicuspidata,
Cephalozia lacinulata,
Cephalozia macounii,
Cephalozia crossii,
Cephalozia hamatiloba,
Cephalozia ambigua,
Cephalozia darjeelingensis,
Cephalozia badia,
Cephalozia indica,
Cephalozia pandei,
Cephalozia kashyapii,
Cephalozia chilensis,
Cephalozia turgida,
Cephalozia austrigena,
Cephalozia schusteriana,
Cephalozia pachygyna,
Cephalozia mollusca,
Cephalozia neesiana,
Cephalozia nishimurae,
Cephalozia parvifolia,
Cephalozia physocaula,
Cephalozia acuminata,
Cephalozia acutiloba,
Cephalozia albula,
Cephalozia stolonacea,
Cephalozia tricuspidata,
Cephalozia trivialis,
Cephalozia tubulata,
Cephalozia veltenii,
Cephalozia conchata,
Cephalozia drucei,
Cephalozia fuegiensis,
Cephalozia kodaikanalensis,
Cephalozia lucens,
Cephalozia macgregorii,
Cephalozia maxima,
Fuscocephaloziopsis subintegra,
Fuscocephaloziopsis affinis,
Fuscocephaloziopsis africana,
Fuscocephaloziopsis albescens,
Fuscocephaloziopsis baldwinii,
Fuscocephaloziopsis catenulata,
Fuscocephaloziopsis connivens,
Fuscocephaloziopsis crassifolia,
References
Dinesh Kumar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Kumar' in the authors string.