Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
longissimus
ID:
923879

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ames & Quisumb.) J.J.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 5: 87 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000923214



Common Names

  • Longissimus Cylindrolobus
  • Cylindrolobus Longissimus
  • Longest Cylindrolobus


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Description

Cylindrolobus longissimus (also called long-stalked clubmoss, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has a tufted habit and grows to a height of 0.2-0.5 m. It is found in open grasslands, shrublands, and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cylindrolobus longissimus is a popular ornamental grass that is used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a natural soil stabilizer, as its deep roots help to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cylindrolobus longissimus is a small, yellow or white cup-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cylindrolobus longissimus is a tropical evergreen shrub that is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It is a fast-growing plant and can be easily propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Cylindrolobus longissimus

Cylindrolobus longissimus is found in wetland areas in South America.

Species in the Cylindrolobus genus

Cylindrolobus fastigatifolius, Cylindrolobus cootesii, Cylindrolobus aliciae, Cylindrolobus perspicabilis, Cylindrolobus marginatus, Cylindrolobus cristatus, Cylindrolobus tenuicaulis, Cylindrolobus nutans, Cylindrolobus linearifolius, Cylindrolobus longissimus, Cylindrolobus elisheae, Cylindrolobus alboluteus, Cylindrolobus kalabakanensis, Cylindrolobus elatus, Cylindrolobus longpasiaensis, Cylindrolobus aporoides, Cylindrolobus biflorus, Cylindrolobus brachystachyus, Cylindrolobus clavicaulis, Cylindrolobus compressus, Cylindrolobus erythrostictus, Cylindrolobus exappendiculatus, Cylindrolobus gramineus, Cylindrolobus hallieri, Cylindrolobus jensenianus, Cylindrolobus kandarianus, Cylindrolobus kenejianus, Cylindrolobus leucanthus, Cylindrolobus longerepens, Cylindrolobus mucronatus, Cylindrolobus pinguis, Cylindrolobus quadricolor, Cylindrolobus rhodoleucus, Cylindrolobus soronensis, Cylindrolobus truncatus, Cylindrolobus validus, Cylindrolobus verruculosus, Cylindrolobus virginalis, Cylindrolobus warianus, Cylindrolobus arunachalensis, Cylindrolobus hegdei, Cylindrolobus lohitensis, Cylindrolobus glanduliferus, Cylindrolobus benchaii, Cylindrolobus beccarianus, Cylindrolobus burleyi, Cylindrolobus carneus, Cylindrolobus clemensiorum, Cylindrolobus neglectus, Cylindrolobus puakensis,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Eduardo Quisumbing (1895-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quisumb.' in the authors string.
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.