Cyathophorum spinosum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypopterygiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinosum
ID:
1182051
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Müll. Hal.) Dixon
Source:
tro
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Musci Frond. Archip. Ind. Exsic. 5: 249 1902
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001181389
Common Names
- Spiny Fern-Maids Hair
- Spiny Fern-Maids-Hair
- Spiny Fern Maids Hair
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cyathophorum spinosum (also called 'Spiny Cyathophorum', among many other common names) is a small, tufted, perennial grass native to the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas, and is often found in dry, sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Cyathophorum spinosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used medicinally for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cyathophorum spinosum is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a black and white speckled pattern. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.
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Cyathophorum spinosum is a small, delicate, green alga that can be cultivated in a laboratory setting. It is propagated by vegetative fragmentation, where the thallus is broken into small pieces and each piece is allowed to regenerate into a new individual. It can also be propagated by sexual reproduction, where gametes are produced and fertilized to form a zygote.
Where to Find Cyathophorum spinosum
Cyathophorum spinosum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Cyathophorum spinosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyathophorum spinosum?
Cyathophorum spinosum
What is the common name of Cyathophorum spinosum?
Unknown
What is the natural habitat of Cyathophorum spinosum?
Freshwater ponds and streams
Species in the Cyathophorum genus
Species in the Hypopterygiaceae family
Arbusculohypopterygium arbuscula, Canalohypopterygium tamariscinum, Catharomnion ciliatum, Cyathophorum adiantum, Cyathophorum africanum, Cyathophorum bulbosum, Cyathophorum spinosum, Cyathophorum tahitense, Dendrocyathophorum decolyi, Dendrohypopterygium filiculiforme, Hypopterygium hookerianum, Hypopterygium didictyon, Hypopterygium discolor, Hypopterygium flavolimbatum, Hypopterygium rotulatum, Hypopterygium sandwicense, Hypopterygium tamarisci, Hypopterygium vriesei, Hypopterygium lutescens, Hypopterygium elatum, Hypopterygium parvifolium, Hypopterygium obstusum, Lopidium concinnum, Lopidium nematosum, Lopidium struthiopteris,
References
Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
Max Fleischer (1861-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Fleisch.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35158868: Based on data supplied by Bryonames