Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
cuneifolius
ID:
1197101

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Mitt.

Source:
tro

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 3: 358 1851

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196439



Common Names

  • Leptoscyphus cuneifolius
  • Wedge-leaved Leptoscyphus
  • Cuneate Leptoscyphus


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Description

Leptoscyphus cuneifolius (also called 'Wedge-leaved Leptoscyphus', among many other common names) is a small, cushion-forming moss with a yellow-green color. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is typically found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Leptoscyphus cuneifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used as a food source for some species of fish and amphibians.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptoscyphus cuneifolius has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptoscyphus cuneifolius can be propagated by division or spore sowing. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several parts, each with a few leaves and some roots. The divisions should then be planted in a moist, well-draining soil. When propagating by spore sowing, the spores should be sown on a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plants should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.

Where to Find Leptoscyphus cuneifolius

Leptoscyphus cuneifolius can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Leptoscyphus genus

Leptoscyphus lambinonii, Leptoscyphus gradsteinii, Leptoscyphus sotiauxii, Leptoscyphus beckettianus, Leptoscyphus cuneifolius, Leptoscyphus porphyrius, Leptoscyphus amphibolius, Leptoscyphus obcordatus, Leptoscyphus antarcticus, Leptoscyphus huonicus, Leptoscyphus spectabilis, Leptoscyphus diversifolius, Leptoscyphus expansus, Leptoscyphus cleefii, Leptoscyphus gibbosus, Leptoscyphus jackii, Leptoscyphus physocalyx, Leptoscyphus excipulatus, Leptoscyphus innovatus, Leptoscyphus subemarginatus, Leptoscyphus infuscatus, Leptoscyphus horizontalis, Leptoscyphus chilensis, Leptoscyphus aequatus, Leptoscyphus magellanicus, Leptoscyphus difficilis, Leptoscyphus hedbergii, Leptoscyphus hexagonus, Leptoscyphus huidobroanus, Leptoscyphus idiodontus, Leptoscyphus incisus, Leptoscyphus incomptus, Leptoscyphus intermedius, Leptoscyphus leoniae, Leptoscyphus microphyllidicus, Leptoscyphus nanophysanthodes, Leptoscyphus ovatus, Leptoscyphus physanthus, Leptoscyphus revolutus, Leptoscyphus trapezoides, Leptoscyphus australis, Leptoscyphus autoicus, Leptoscyphus compactus, Leptoscyphus heterophyllus,

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

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35185370: Based on data supplied by Bryonames