Leptoscyphus idiodontus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
idiodontus
ID:
1526214
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J. Engel
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Nova Hedwigia. 103(3–4): 287. 2016
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011624
Common Names
- Leptoscyphus idiodontus
- Idiodont Susan
- Idiodont Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leptoscyphus idiodontus (also called Leptoscyphus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, herbaceous plant that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is native to Chile and Argentina, and is found in moist and shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Leptoscyphus idiodontus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptoscyphus idiodontus has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have two small cotyledons and a single root.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptoscyphus idiodontus is a small, perennial herb that is native to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny position in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Leptoscyphus idiodontus
Leptoscyphus idiodontus can be found in South America.
Leptoscyphus idiodontus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptoscyphus idiodontus?
Leptoscyphus idiodontus
What is the common name of Leptoscyphus idiodontus?
Idiodontus Leptoscyphus
What is the habitat of Leptoscyphus idiodontus?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
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
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100448814: Based on data supplied by Bryonames