Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Pottiales
Species:
bengalense
ID:
1207700

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gangulee) Arts

Source:
tro

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindbergia 26: 81 2001

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001207038



Common Names

  • Koponobryum Bengalense
  • Bengal Koponobryum
  • Bengal Moss


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Uses & Benefits

Koponobryum bengalense is used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Koponobryum bengalense has small, greenish-white flowers with no petals. Its seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Koponobryum bengalense is a small to medium-sized liverwort that grows in moist, shady places. It is propagated by spores, which are produced in the summer and early autumn. The spores should be sown on moist soil or moss and kept in a humid environment. The plants should be kept in a shady spot and watered regularly.

Where to Find Koponobryum bengalense

Koponobryum bengalense can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Species in the Koponobryum genus

References

Hirendra Chandra Gangulee (1914-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gangulee' in the authors string.
Theo Albert Arts (1942-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arts' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35207825: Based on data supplied by Bryonames