Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Genus:
Species:
caespiticia
ID:
1043322

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindenb.) Konstant., Vilnet & A.V. Troitsky

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Folia Cryptog. Estonica 48: 132 2011

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042660

Common Names

  • Endogemma caespiticia
  • Caespiticia Endogemma
  • Tufted Endogemma

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Description

Endogemma caespiticia (also called Tufted Gem, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has a woody stem and small, leathery leaves. Its yellow flowers are arranged in a terminal cyme. It is found in dry, rocky woods and ridges.

Uses & Benefits

Endogemma caespiticia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Endogemma caespiticia has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Where to Find Endogemma caespiticia

Endogemma caespiticia is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Species in the Endogemma genus

Species in the Endogemmataceae family