Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
campylurum
ID:
142028

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunze) Mett.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 15: 80 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000141357

Common Names

  • Curved Saccoloma
  • Cup Lichen
  • Saccoloma Lichen

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Synonyms

  • Davallia campylura Kunze [unknown]
  • Ithycaulon minus (Hook.) C.Chr. [unknown]
  • Microlepia campylura T.Moore [unknown]
  • Orthiopteris campylura (Kunze) Copel. [unknown]
  • Saccoloma minus C.Chr. [unknown]
  • Orthiopteris minor (Hook.) Copel. [unknown]
  • Davallia inaequalis minor Hook. [unknown]
  • Microlepia inaequalis minor Brack. [unknown]

Description

Saccoloma campylurum (also called Saccoloma caudatum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern with a creeping rhizome. It is native to New Zealand and Australia, and is found in moist, shady places, such as in forests, on cliffs, and in ravines.

Uses & Benefits

Saccoloma campylurum is a fern that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a source of mulch.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Saccoloma campylurum var. insulare (Hovenkamp & T.T.Luong) C.W.Chen

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saccoloma campylurum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saccoloma campylurum is a small, evergreen fern that grows in a clump and can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers moist, shady areas and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is by spores or division of the rhizome. The rhizome should be divided in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Saccoloma campylurum

Saccoloma campylurum is found in New Zealand.

Saccoloma campylurum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saccoloma campylurum?

Saccoloma campylurum

What is the common name of Saccoloma campylurum?

Curly Saccoloma

What type of plant is Saccoloma campylurum?

Fern

References

Gustav Kunze (1793-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunze' in the authors string.
Georg Heinrich Mettenius (1823-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mett.' in the authors string.