Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Bryales
Family:
Species:
flagellaris
ID:
1154843

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sull. & Lesq.) Lindb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Contr. Fl. Crypt. As. 241 1872

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001154181



Common Names

  • Trachycystis flagellaris
  • Flagellaris Trachycystis
  • Flagellaris Moss


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Description

Trachycystis flagellaris (also called Flagellar Trachycystis, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is a small, evergreen shrub with leathery, glossy leaves and white flowers. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, and it grows in open forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Trachycystis flagellaris is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trachycystis flagellaris is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and dark green with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trachycystis flagellaris is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division of clumps can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Trachycystis flagellaris

Trachycystis flagellaris is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests, woodlands, and grasslands. It is found in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia.

Species in the Mniaceae family

Mniobryum brevisetum, Mniobryum linderi, Mniobryum pergracile, Mniobryum perlaxum, Mniobryum rubrum, Mniobryum ruwenzorense, Mniobryum sparsifolium, Mniobryum tortifolium, Webera denticostata, Webera striatidens, Webera taylorii, Webera synoica, Cinclidium arcticum, Cinclidium latifolium, Cinclidium minutifolium, Cinclidium stygium, Cinclidium subrotundum, Cinclidium alaskanum, Cyrtomnium hymenophyllum, Cyrtomnium hymenophylloides, Epipterygium brasiliense, Epipterygium convalleum, Epipterygium immarginatum, Epipterygium mandonii, Epipterygium mexicanum, Epipterygium puiggarii, Epipterygium rigidum, Epipterygium tozeri, Epipterygium wrightii, Epipterygium koelzii, Epipterygium vanuatuicum, Epipterygium opararense, Epipterygium nagasakense, Epipterygium orbifolium, Epipterygium atlanticum, Epipterygium biauritum, Epipterygium oreophilum, Epipterygium yunnanense, Leucolepis acanthoneura, Mielichhoferia shevockii, Mielichhoferia pilifera, Mielichhoferia acuminata, Mielichhoferia acutifolia, Mielichhoferia argentifolia, Mielichhoferia auriseta, Mielichhoferia badhwarii, Mielichhoferia borbonica, Mielichhoferia brotheri, Mielichhoferia bryocarpa, Mielichhoferia canescens,

References

Sextus Otto Lindberg (1835-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindb.' in the authors string.
Leo Lesquereux (1806-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lesq.' in the authors string.
William Starling Sullivant (1803-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sull.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35113077: Based on data supplied by Bryonames