Status:
valid
Authors:
Ireland
Source:
tro
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 70. f. 1 2004
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001212463
Common Names
- Dacryophyllum Falcifolium
- Sickle-leaved Dacryophyllum
- Sickle-leaved Leafy Liverwort
Description
Dacryophyllum falcifolium (also called Falcate-leaved Dacryophyllum, among many other common names) is a small moss species found in tropical areas of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It typically grows on rocks, soil, and tree trunks in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dacryophyllum falcifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dacryophyllum falcifolium has small, yellow-green flowers with three petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single cotyledon and two small lobes.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dacryophyllum falcifolium is a small, tufted liverwort that is relatively easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, shady environments and can be propagated through spores or division of the thallus. It can be grown in a variety of substrates, such as moss, soil, or a combination of the two.
Where to Find Dacryophyllum falcifolium
Dacryophyllum falcifolium is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Dacryophyllum falcifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dacryophyllum falcifolium?
Dacryophyllum falcifolium
What is the growth habit of Dacryophyllum falcifolium?
It is a small, tufted moss with a prostrate growth habit.
Where is Dacryophyllum falcifolium found?
It is found in Europe, North America, and Asia.
Species in the Dacryophyllum genus
Species in the Hypnaceae family
Acritodon nephophilus,
Austrohondaella limata,
Bryosedgwickia barlassinae,
Chryso-hypnum elegantulum,
Chryso-hypnum patens,
Chryso-hypnum diminutivum,
Chryso-hypnum demaretii,
Chryso-hypnum cavifolium,
Chryso-hypnum frondosum,
Chryso-hypnum crosbyi,
Chryso-hypnum hylophilum,
Chryso-hypnum rostratulum,
Chryso-hypnum smithii,
Crepidophyllum modestum,
Ctenidiadelphus plumularia,
Cyathothecium distichaceum,
Dacryophyllum falcifolium,
Ectropotheciella decrescens,
Ectropotheciella distichophylla,
Ectropotheciopsis novoguineensis,
Ectropothecium glossophylloides,
Ectropothecium laxirete,
Ectropothecium aciculare,
Ectropothecium adnatum,
Ectropothecium aeruginosum,
Ectropothecium affine,
Ectropothecium afromolluscum,
Ectropothecium andrei,
Ectropothecium aneitense,
Ectropothecium angusto-textum,
Ectropothecium anisophyllum,
Ectropothecium annamense,
Ectropothecium arcuatum,
Ectropothecium arfakense,
Ectropothecium aubertii,
Ectropothecium aureo-crispum,
Ectropothecium aureum,
Ectropothecium aurifolium,
Ectropothecium barbelloides,
Ectropothecium bingerianum,
Ectropothecium bowiei,
Ectropothecium brachycladulum,
Ectropothecium brevifalcatum,
Ectropothecium buitenzorgii,
Ectropothecium burmense,
Ectropothecium campaniforme,
Ectropothecium campanulatum,
Ectropothecium capillisetum,
Ectropothecium carolinarum,
Ectropothecium chamissonis,