Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ochyra) O. Werner, Ros & Goffinet
Source:
tro
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Bryologist 110: 113 2007
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001214215
Common Names
- Clavitheca poeltii
- Poelt's Clavitheca
- Poelt's Liverwort
Description
Clavitheca poeltii (also called 'Poelt's Clavitheca', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Restionaceae family. It is an evergreen perennial grass-like plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Australia and New Zealand and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Clavitheca poeltii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Clavitheca poeltii has small, yellow-green flowers and small, yellow-brown seeds. Its seedlings are small and yellow-green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clavitheca poeltii can be propagated by division or by spores. It is best grown in a moist, shady location in a well-drained soil. It can tolerate full sun but will require more frequent watering.
Where to Find Clavitheca poeltii
Clavitheca poeltii is found in the tropical rainforests of the Western Ghats in India.
Clavitheca poeltii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clavitheca poeltii?
Clavitheca poeltii
What is the common name of Clavitheca poeltii?
N/A
What is the habitat of Clavitheca poeltii?
It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands and forests.
Species in the Clavitheca genus
Species in the Funariaceae family
Brachymeniopsis gymnostoma,
Bryobeckettia bartlettii,
Clavitheca poeltii,
Cygnicollum immersum,
Entosthodon kroonkurk,
Entosthodon abramovae,
Entosthodon dagestanicus,
Entosthodon stenophyllus,
Entosthodon andicola,
Entosthodon angustifolius,
Entosthodon apophysatus,
Entosthodon attenuatus,
Entosthodon balansae,
Entosthodon beccarii,
Entosthodon bergianus,
Entosthodon bolanderi,
Entosthodon bonplandii,
Entosthodon borbonicus,
Entosthodon buseanus,
Entosthodon californicus,
Entosthodon cartilagineus,
Entosthodon chiloensis,
Entosthodon clavatus,
Entosthodon commutatus,
Entosthodon curviapiculatus,
Entosthodon curvipes,
Entosthodon deserticola,
Entosthodon diversinervis,
Entosthodon dixonii,
Entosthodon dozyanus,
Entosthodon drummondii,
Entosthodon duriaei,
Entosthodon fascicularis,
Entosthodon handelii,
Entosthodon hildebrandtii,
Entosthodon hungaricus,
Entosthodon hybridus,
Entosthodon italicus,
Entosthodon jamesonii,
Entosthodon kochii,
Entosthodon laxus,
Entosthodon lepervanchei,
Entosthodon limbatus,
Entosthodon lindigii,
Entosthodon marginatulus,
Entosthodon mathewsii,
Entosthodon mouretii,
Entosthodon obtusifolius,
Entosthodon obtusus,
Entosthodon perrottetii,