Odontoschisma longiflorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longiflorum
ID:
1198233
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Taylor) Trevis.
Source:
tro
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Sp. Hepat.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001197571
Common Names
- Odontoschisma longiflorum
- Longiflorum Odontoschisma
- Longiflorum Toothcup
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Odontoschisma longiflorum (also called False Golden Star, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green plant with a rosette of leaves. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Odontoschisma longiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Odontoschisma longiflorum has small yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have two pairs of cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Odontoschisma longiflorum can be propagated by division of the plant or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is best grown in a potting mix that is rich in organic matter. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be kept moist, but not wet. It is best to water the plant in the morning to allow the leaves to dry before nightfall.
Where to Find Odontoschisma longiflorum
Odontoschisma longiflorum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Odontoschisma longiflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Odontoschisma longiflorum?
Odontoschisma longiflorum
What type of plant is Odontoschisma longiflorum?
Odontoschisma longiflorum is a species of liverwort
Where is Odontoschisma longiflorum found?
Odontoschisma longiflorum is found in Central America
Species in the Odontoschisma genus
Odontoschisma denudatum, Odontoschisma elongatum, Odontoschisma macounii, Odontoschisma sphagni, Odontoschisma longiflorum, Odontoschisma variabile, Odontoschisma grosseverrucosum, Odontoschisma brasiliense, Odontoschisma engelii, Odontoschisma fluitans, Odontoschisma francisci, Odontoschisma jishibae, Odontoschisma obcordatum, Odontoschisma portoricense, Odontoschisma pseudogrosseverrucosum, Odontoschisma purpuratum, Odontoschisma soratamum, Odontoschisma spinosum, Odontoschisma steyermarkii, Odontoschisma zhui, Odontoschisma bifidum, Odontoschisma cleefii,
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
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35187135: Based on data supplied by Bryonames