Cryptolophocolea pallida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pallida
ID:
1526039
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mitt.) L. Söderstr.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 112(1): 22. 2013
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011481
Common Names
- Cryptolophocolea Pallida
- Pale Cup
- Pale Fairy Cup
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cryptolophocolea pallida (also called 'Pale Cryptolophocolea', among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Plagiochilaceae. It is a terrestrial liverwort native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests, woodlands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Cryptolophocolea pallida 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
The flower of Cryptolophocolea pallida is yellow and has a bell-shaped structure. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black in color. The seedlings are small and thin with a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cryptolophocolea pallida 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 pallida
Cryptolophocolea pallida is native to Mexico.
Cryptolophocolea pallida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cryptolophocolea pallida?
Cryptolophocolea pallida
What is the common name of Cryptolophocolea pallida?
Cryptolophocolea
Where is Cryptolophocolea pallida 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: 100389781: Based on data supplied by Bryonames