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
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.
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
Species in the Saccoloma genus
Saccoloma campylurum,
Saccoloma caudatum,
Saccoloma chartaceum,
Saccoloma ferulaceum,
Saccoloma kingii,
Saccoloma tenue,
Saccoloma trichophyllum,
Saccoloma galeottii,
Saccoloma nigrescens,
Saccoloma quadripinnatum,
Saccoloma sunduei,
Saccoloma inaequale,
Saccoloma henriettae,
Saccoloma elegans,
Saccoloma squamosum,
Saccoloma domingense,
Saccoloma laxum,
Saccoloma moranii,
Saccoloma brasiliense,
Saccoloma firmum,
Saccoloma acuminatum,
Saccoloma samoense,
Saccoloma cicutarioides,
Species in the Saccolomataceae family
Saccoloma campylurum,
Saccoloma caudatum,
Saccoloma chartaceum,
Saccoloma ferulaceum,
Saccoloma kingii,
Saccoloma tenue,
Saccoloma trichophyllum,
Saccoloma galeottii,
Saccoloma nigrescens,
Saccoloma quadripinnatum,
Saccoloma sunduei,
Saccoloma inaequale,
Saccoloma henriettae,
Saccoloma elegans,
Saccoloma squamosum,
Saccoloma domingense,
Saccoloma laxum,
Saccoloma moranii,
Saccoloma brasiliense,
Saccoloma firmum,
Saccoloma acuminatum,
Saccoloma samoense,
Saccoloma cicutarioides,