Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthotrichales
Species:
cryptocarpa
ID:
1199771

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.B. Bartram) Lewinsky

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Lindbergia 19: 18 1994

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001199109



Common Names

  • Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa
  • Cryptocarpa's Ceuthotheca
  • Cryptocarpa's Moss


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Description

Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa (also called Hypnum holmenii, among many other common names) is a small liverwort species found in the Andes of South America. It has a thalloid growth form and is characterized by its small, ovate-lanceolate leaves with entire margins. It is found in humid montane forests and is typically found growing on tree trunks or on the ground.

Uses & Benefits

Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa is a species of liverwort that is used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and to reduce inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green.

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Where to Find Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa

Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa can be found in temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia.

Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa?

Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa

What is the common name of Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa?

Cryptocarpa Ceuthotheca

What type of environment does Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa grow in?

Wet, acidic environments

Species in the Ceuthotheca genus

Species in the Orthotrichaceae family

Cardotiella appendiculata, Cardotiella quinquefaria, Cardotiella renauldii, Cardotiella secunda, Cardotiella subappendiculata, Cardotiella elimbata, Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa, Desmotheca apiculata, Desmotheca brachiata, Florschuetziella steerei, Florschuetziella scaberrima, Groutiella tumidula, Groutiella chimborazensis, Groutiella apiculata, Groutiella husnotii, Groutiella macrorrhyncha, Groutiella mucronifolia, Groutiella subgoniorrhyncha, Groutiella thraustophylla, Groutiella tomentosa, Groutiella wagneriana, Groutiella obtusa, Groutiella maracaibensis, Groutiella reesei, Groutiella tuberculata, Leiomitrium plicatum, Leratia neocaledonica, Leratia obtusifolia, Leratia exigua, Macrocoma tenuis, Macrocoma orthotrichoides, Macrocoma abyssinica, Macrocoma brasiliensis, Macrocoma iwatsukii, Macrocoma frigida, Macrocoma gastonyi, Macrocoma lycopodioides, Macrocoma pulchella, Macromitrium chloromitrium, Macromitrium perreflexum, Macromitrium onraedtii, Macromitrium sharpii, Macromitrium lomasense, Macromitrium fusco-aureum, Macromitrium galipense, Macromitrium gigasporum, Macromitrium glabratum, Macromitrium globirameum, Macromitrium gracile, Macromitrium greenmanii,

References

Edwin Bunting Bartram (1878-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.B.Bartram' in the authors string.
Jette Lewinsky (1948-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lewinsky' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35189542: Based on data supplied by Bryonames