Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Pseudoditrichales
Species:
chilensis
ID:
1181112

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mont.) Reimers

Source:
tro

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 66: 51 1926

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001180450



Common Names

  • Chrysoblastella chilensis
  • Chilensis Moss
  • Chilean Gold Moss


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Uses & Benefits

Chrysoblastella chilensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chrysoblastella chilensis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Where to Find Chrysoblastella chilensis

Chrysoblastella chilensis can be found in moist forests and grasslands of South America.

Chrysoblastella chilensis FAQ

What are the common names of Chrysoblastella chilensis?

Chilean yellow-eyed grass, Chilean yellow-eyed-grass

What is the habitat of Chrysoblastella chilensis?

It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas at elevations of 0–2,000 m.

What is the flower color of Chrysoblastella chilensis?

The flowers are yellowish-green in color.

Species in the Chrysoblastella genus

Species in the Chrysoblastellaceae family

References

Camille Montagne (1784-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mont.' in the authors string.
Hermann Reimers (1893-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reimers' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35157468: Based on data supplied by Bryonames