Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Genus:
Species:
hastatistipula
ID:
1523373

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steph.) J.J. Engel

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 183(4): 299. 2014

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000009436





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Description

Isotachis hastatistipula (also called Hastate-tipped Thread-moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Isotachidae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a short, stiff stem and a spreading, often branched habit. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and grows in moist, shady places.

Uses & Benefits

Isotachis hastatistipula has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isotachis hastatistipula has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isotachis hastatistipula is a small, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Isotachis hastatistipula

Isotachis hastatistipula can be found in wet habitats of the temperate and boreal regions of the Northern Hemisphere.

Isotachis hastatistipula FAQ

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Asteraceae

Species in the Balantiopsidaceae family

Acroscyphella iwatsukii, Acroscyphella phoenicorhiza, Acroscyphella tjiwideiensis, Balantiopsis bisbifida, Balantiopsis montana, Balantiopsis splendens, Balantiopsis verrucosa, Balantiopsis tumida, Balantiopsis purpurata, Balantiopsis cancellata, Balantiopsis rosea, Balantiopsis paucidens, Balantiopsis neocaledonica, Balantiopsis diplophylla, Balantiopsis lingulata, Balantiopsis asymmetrica, Balantiopsis brasiliensis, Balantiopsis erinacea, Balantiopsis crocea, Balantiopsis convexiuscula, Balantiopsis ciliaris, Eoisotachis stephanii, Eoisotachis nigella, Isotachis multiceps, Isotachis serrulata, Isotachis olivacea, Isotachis plicata, Isotachis intortifolia, Isotachis lopezii, Isotachis humectata, Isotachis grossidens, Isotachis japonica, Isotachis armata, Isotachis aubertii, Isotachis inflata, Isotachis erythrorhiza, Isotachis spegazziniana, Isotachis sprucei, Isotachis vexans, Isotachis westlandica, Isotachis boliviensis, Isotachis chinensis, Isotachis fragilis, Isotachis grandis, Isotachis hastatistipula, Isotachis hians, Isotachis indica, Isotachis lyallii, Isotachis minima, Isotachis montana,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100409128: Based on data supplied by Bryonames