Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J. Engel & R.M. Schust.
Source:
tro
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 38: 694. f. 15 1974
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001207387
Common Names
- Pseudocephalozia cucullata
- Cucullata Pseudocephalozia
- Pseudocephalozia
Description
Pseudocephalozia cucullata (also called Hooded Pseudocephalozia, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort found in New Zealand, Australia, and Tasmania. It is a small, bright green, tufted liverwort with a creeping stem. It is found in moist, shady, sheltered places such as rock crevices, tree bases, and on logs.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudocephalozia cucullata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is a popular choice for rock gardens. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil and is known to be drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseudocephalozia cucullata has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pseudocephalozia cucullata is a small, perennial, evergreen liverwort that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spores. Division is best done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Pseudocephalozia cucullata
Pseudocephalozia cucullata can be found in South America, particularly in Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile.
Pseudocephalozia cucullata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudocephalozia cucullata?
Pseudocephalozia cucullata
What is the family of Pseudocephalozia cucullata?
Pseudocephaloziaceae
What is the distribution of Pseudocephalozia cucullata?
It is found in the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere
Species in the Pseudocephalozia genus
Species in the Lepidoziaceae family
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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,
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Amazoopsis gracilis,