Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
cynosurandra
ID:
1205036

Status:
valid

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

Source:
tro

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Nova Hedwigia 10: 24 1965

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001204374

Common Names

  • Zoopsidella cynosurandra
  • Cynosurandra Zoopsidella
  • Cynosurandra's Zoopsidella

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Description

Zoopsidella cynosurandra (also called cynosurandra zoopsis, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Zoopsidaceae. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a single row of leaves. It is native to tropical regions of South America and is found in humid forests and on shady rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Zoopsidella cynosurandra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is known to be an effective filter for water and can help to reduce the amount of nitrates and phosphates in the water.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zoopsidella cynosurandra is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Where to Find Zoopsidella cynosurandra

Zoopsidella cynosurandra can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Zoopsidella cynosurandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zoopsidella cynosurandra?

Zoopsidella cynosurandra

What is the family of Zoopsidella cynosurandra?

Zoopsidellaceae

What is the habitat of Zoopsidella cynosurandra?

Ponds, lakes, and rivers

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

Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.
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: 35204223: Based on data supplied by Bryonames