Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Genus:
Species:
cucullifolia
ID:
1204354

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steph.) R.M. Schust.

Source:
tro

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 48: 350 1980

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001203692



Common Names

  • Kurzia cucullifolia
  • Hooded Kurzia
  • Hooded Leafy Liverwort


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Description

Kurzia cucullifolia (also called Hooded Kurzia, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green plant native to the Himalayan region. It grows in moist, shady areas, and is characterized by its small, yellow-green capsules.

Uses & Benefits

Kurzia cucullifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kurzia cucullifolia has small, yellow-green flowers with a single pistil and six stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kurzia cucullifolia can be propagated by division of the plant or by sowing spores. The plant prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can tolerate full sun but is more likely to suffer from drought in this situation.

Where to Find Kurzia cucullifolia

Kurzia cucullifolia can be found in the temperate regions of Europe, North America, and Asia.

Kurzia cucullifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kurzia cucullifolia?

Kurzia cucullifolia

What is the common name of Kurzia cucullifolia?

Hooded Kurzia

What type of plant is Kurzia cucullifolia?

Moss

Species in the Kurzia genus

Kurzia pauciflora, Kurzia sylvatica, Kurzia capillaris, Kurzia gonyotricha, Kurzia abietinella, Kurzia hispida, Kurzia hawaica, Kurzia bisetula, Kurzia tenerrima, Kurzia trichoclados, Kurzia nemoides, Kurzia brasiliensis, Kurzia saddlensis, Kurzia fragillima, Kurzia reversa, Kurzia lateconica, Kurzia brevicalycina, Kurzia pallescens, Kurzia verticellata, Kurzia hippuroides, Kurzia compacta, Kurzia calcarata, Kurzia sexfida, Kurzia makinoana, Kurzia pallida, Kurzia cucullifolia, Kurzia fragilifolia, Kurzia helophila, Kurzia longicaulis, Kurzia quinquespina, Kurzia mollis, Kurzia setiformis, Kurzia sinensis, Kurzia abbreviata, Kurzia borneensis, Kurzia geniculata, Kurzia lineariloba, Kurzia touwii, Kurzia moniliformis, Kurzia flagellifera, Kurzia irregularis, Kurzia mauiensis, Kurzia tayloriana, Kurzia caduciloba, Kurzia nivicola, Kurzia tasmanica, Kurzia trilobata,

Species in the Lepidoziaceae family

Acromastigum anisostomum, Acromastigum bancanum, Acromastigum bifidum, Acromastigum brotheri, Acromastigum capillare, Acromastigum colensoanum, Acromastigum cunninghamii, Acromastigum echinatiforme, Acromastigum echinatum, Acromastigum exiguum, Acromastigum exile, Acromastigum filum, Acromastigum fimbriatum, Acromastigum inaequilaterum, Acromastigum integrifolium, Acromastigum laetevirens, Acromastigum linganum, Acromastigum mooreanum, Acromastigum obliquatum, Acromastigum tenax, Acromastigum verticale, Acromastigum moratii, Acromastigum pusillum, Acromastigum stellare, Acromastigum rigidum, Acromastigum subechinatiforme, Acromastigum adaptatum, Acromastigum divaricatum, Acromastigum longirete, Acromastigum fumosum, Acromastigum furcatifolium, Acromastigum herzogii, Acromastigum homodictyon, Acromastigum implexum, Acromastigum interstisiale, Acromastigum laevigatum, Acromastigum lamyi, Acromastigum leptophyllum, Acromastigum lobuliferum, Acromastigum marginatum, Acromastigum microstichum, Acromastigum prismaticale, Acromastigum stenophyllum, Acromastigum aurescens, Acromastigum caledonicum, Acromastigum carcinum, Acromastigum cavifolium, Acromastigum curtilobum, Amazoopsis diplopoda, Amazoopsis gracilis,

References

Rudolf Mathias Schuster (1921-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Schust.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35203227: Based on data supplied by Bryonames