Cryptolophocolea edentata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
edentata
ID:
1526022
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.J. Engel) L. Söderstr.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 112(1): 21. 2013
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011470
Common Names
- Cryptolophocolea edentata
- Edentata Cryptolophocolea
- Toothless Cryptolophocolea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cryptolophocolea edentata (also called Edentate Cryptolophocolea, among many other common names) is a small perennial plant with a rosette of leaves and a short stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cryptolophocolea edentata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cryptolophocolea edentata has small white flowers, with a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.
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Cryptolophocolea edentata can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.
Where to Find Cryptolophocolea edentata
Cryptolophocolea edentata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.
Cryptolophocolea edentata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cryptolophocolea edentata?
Cryptolophocolea edentata
What is the common name of Cryptolophocolea edentata?
Cryptolophocolea
Where is Cryptolophocolea edentata found?
It is found in South America.
Species in the Cryptolophocolea genus
Cryptolophocolea aculeata, Cryptolophocolea chiloscyphoidea, Cryptolophocolea ciliolata, Cryptolophocolea compacta, Cryptolophocolea connata, Cryptolophocolea connatifolia, Cryptolophocolea costata, Cryptolophocolea edentata, Cryptolophocolea explanata, Cryptolophocolea fleischeri, Cryptolophocolea guadalupensis, Cryptolophocolea helmsiana, Cryptolophocolea leucophylla, Cryptolophocolea levieri, Cryptolophocolea lilliena, Cryptolophocolea martiana, Cryptolophocolea massalongoana, Cryptolophocolea mitteniana, Cryptolophocolea pallida, Cryptolophocolea pallidovirens, Cryptolophocolea proteus, Cryptolophocolea pycnophylla, Cryptolophocolea regularis, Cryptolophocolea spinifera, Cryptolophocolea stephanii, Cryptolophocolea subcostata, Cryptolophocolea subopposita, Cryptolophocolea thermarum, Cryptolophocolea trialata, Cryptolophocolea tricorata, Cryptolophocolea tuberculata, Cryptolophocolea whittieriana,
Species in the Lophocoleaceae family
Chiloscyphus septatus, Chiloscyphus chinnarensis, Chiloscyphus pallescens, Chiloscyphus polyanthos, Chiloscyphus lepervanchei, Chiloscyphus kehdingianus, Chiloscyphus durus, Chiloscyphus hookeri, Chiloscyphus breviculus, Chiloscyphus rotundifolius, Chiloscyphus greenwelliae, Chiloscyphus kashyapii, Chiloscyphus subacuminatus, Chiloscyphus subsimilis, Chiloscyphus beesleyanus, Chiloscyphus kilauensis, Chiloscyphus koeppensis, Chiloscyphus bifidus, Chiloscyphus laceratus, Chiloscyphus lambertonii, Chiloscyphus latistipus, Chiloscyphus tridens, Chiloscyphus trigonifolius, Chiloscyphus brevistipulus, Chiloscyphus longifissus, Chiloscyphus confertifolius, Chiloscyphus cornutistipulus, Chiloscyphus parapilistipulus, Chiloscyphus ernstianus, Chiloscyphus etesseanus, Chiloscyphus francanus, Chiloscyphus propagulifer, Chiloscyphus quadricilius, Chiloscyphus graeffeanus, Chiloscyphus renauldii, Chiloscyphus scaberulus, Chiloscyphus acutus, Chiloscyphus similis, Chiloscyphus skottsbergianus, Clasmatocolea vermicularis, Clasmatocolea minutiretis, Clasmatocolea verrucosa, Clasmatocolea fulvella, Clasmatocolea rigens, Clasmatocolea trachypus, Clasmatocolea fasciculata, Clasmatocolea humilis, Clasmatocolea inflexispina, Clasmatocolea gayana, Clasmatocolea navistipula,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100389774: Based on data supplied by Bryonames