Status:
valid
Authors:
Arnell
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Revue Bryologique. 25(1): 1. 1898
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000008727
Common Names
- Cephalozia parvifolia
- Small-leaved Cephalozia
- Parvifolia Cephalozia
Description
Cephalozia parvifolia (also called Small-leaved Bladderwort, among many other common names) is a small aquatic plant with a creeping stem and small, round, bladder-like leaves. It is native to South America and is found in shallow, still to slow-moving water bodies such as ponds, lakes, and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Cephalozia parvifolia has been used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, as well as for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Cephalozia parvifolia has small, yellowish-green flowers with a single perianth. Seed: The seeds of Cephalozia parvifolia are small and reddish-brown in color. Seedlings: The seedlings of Cephalozia parvifolia have a single leaf with a long, narrow tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cephalozia parvifolia can be propagated by division of the plant in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in moist, well-drained soil. Alternatively, spores can be used to propagate the plant. The spores should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Cephalozia parvifolia
Cephalozia parvifolia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Cephalozia parvifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cephalozia parvifolia?
Cephalozia parvifolia
What is the family of Cephalozia parvifolia?
Cephaloziaceae
What is the distribution of Cephalozia parvifolia?
Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia
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,