Archidium alternifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Archidiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alternifolium
ID:
1192808
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dicks. ex Hedw.) Schimp.
Source:
tro
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mag. Nat. Hist., ser. 2 8: 306 1851
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001192146
Common Names
- Alternifolium Archidium
- Archidium alternifolium
- Alternifolium Archidium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Archidium alternifolium (also called Alternifolium Moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a small, tufted plant with short, narrow leaves and a reddish-brown stem. It grows in moist, shady areas such as forests, woodlands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Archidium alternifolium is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating digestive ailments, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Archidium alternifolium is small and white with yellow anthers. The seed is small and round with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and delicate with thin stems and small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Archidium alternifolium can be cultivated and propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest and most common way to propagate this plant. The plant can be divided in the spring or fall. Seeds can be sown in the spring in a light, well-drained soil. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Archidium alternifolium
Archidium alternifolium can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, and Australia.
Archidium alternifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Archidium alternifolium?
Archidium alternifolium
What is the common name of Archidium alternifolium?
Alternifolium Moss
What is the habitat of Archidium alternifolium?
Damp, shady areas
Species in the Archidium genus
Archidium acanthophyllum, Archidium acauloides, Archidium andersonianum, Archidium dinteri, Archidium minus, Archidium muellerianum, Archidium clavatum, Archidium stellatum, Archidium alternifolium, Archidium amplexicaule, Archidium birmannicum, Archidium brevinerve, Archidium capense, Archidium cubense, Archidium donnellii, Archidium elatum, Archidium hallii, Archidium indicum, Archidium johannis-negrii, Archidium julaceum, Archidium julicaule, Archidium laterale, Archidium laxirete, Archidium microthecium, Archidium ohioense, Archidium rehmannii, Archidium rothii, Archidium subulatum, Archidium tenerrimum, Archidium minutissimum, Archidium thalliferum, Archidium wattsii, Archidium yunnanense, Archidium clarksonianum, Archidium crassicostatum, Archidium oblongifolium,
Species in the Archidiaceae family
Archidium acanthophyllum, Archidium acauloides, Archidium andersonianum, Archidium dinteri, Archidium minus, Archidium muellerianum, Archidium clavatum, Archidium stellatum, Archidium alternifolium, Archidium amplexicaule, Archidium birmannicum, Archidium brevinerve, Archidium capense, Archidium cubense, Archidium donnellii, Archidium elatum, Archidium hallii, Archidium indicum, Archidium johannis-negrii, Archidium julaceum, Archidium julicaule, Archidium laterale, Archidium laxirete, Archidium microthecium, Archidium ohioense, Archidium rehmannii, Archidium rothii, Archidium subulatum, Archidium tenerrimum, Archidium minutissimum, Archidium thalliferum, Archidium wattsii, Archidium yunnanense, Archidium clarksonianum, Archidium crassicostatum, Archidium oblongifolium,
References
Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
James Dickson (1738-1822): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dicks.' in the authors string.
William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35178928: Based on data supplied by Bryonames