Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Bartramiales
Genus:
Species:
ecuadorensis
ID:
1170233

Status:
valid

Authors:
H. Rob.

Source:
tro

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Lindbergia 4: 112. f. 5 1977

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001169571



Common Names

  • Leiomela ecuadorensis
  • Ecuadorian Leiomela
  • Ecuadorian Leiomela Moss


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Uses & Benefits

Leiomela ecuadorensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leiomela ecuadorensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leiomela ecuadorensis is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C).

Where to Find Leiomela ecuadorensis

Leiomela ecuadorensis can be found in Ecuador.

Species in the Bartramiaceae family

Anacolia menziesii, Anacolia scioana, Anacolia webbii, Anacolia breutelii, Bartramia alaris, Bartramia angustifolia, Bartramia angustissima, Bartramia aprica, Bartramia aristaria, Bartramia aurescens, Bartramia brachypus, Bartramia brevifolia, Bartramia breviseta, Bartramia capensis, Bartramia compacta, Bartramia conica, Bartramia costa-ricensis, Bartramia crassinervia, Bartramia deciduaefolia, Bartramia delagoae, Bartramia didymocarpa, Bartramia gigantea, Bartramia halleriana, Bartramia hampeana, Bartramia humilis, Bartramia inconspicua, Bartramia ithyphylla, Bartramia ithyphylloides, Bartramia laevisphaera, Bartramia longifolia, Bartramia macounii, Bartramia maderensis, Bartramia madurensis, Bartramia marionensis, Bartramia mathewsii, Bartramia microstoma, Bartramia mossmaniana, Bartramia nanosubulata, Bartramia papulans, Bartramia penicillatula, Bartramia perpumila, Bartramia pilicuspis, Bartramia polytrichoides, Bartramia pomiformis, Bartramia potosica, Bartramia pseudocryptopodium, Bartramia rietmanniana, Bartramia robusta, Bartramia stricta, Bartramia strictifolia,

References

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35140784: Based on data supplied by Bryonames