Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
patulifolia
ID:
1212120

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cardot & Thér.) Ignatov & Huttunen

Source:
tro

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Arctoa 11: 274 2002

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001211458

Common Names

  • Donrichardsia Moss
  • Donrichardsia Patulifolia Moss
  • Patulifolia Moss

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Uses & Benefits

Donrichardsia patulifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Donrichardsia patulifolia is a small, yellowish-green, and has a single perianth. Its seed is a small, black, and ovoid. The seedlings are small with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Donrichardsia patulifolia is a small, moss-like plant that is native to South America. It can be grown in a wide range of soils and climates, but prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or by sowing the spores. Division should be done in spring or early summer, and the spores should be sown in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Donrichardsia patulifolia

Donrichardsia patulifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Donrichardsia patulifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Donrichardsia patulifolia?

Donrichardsia patulifolia

What type of plant is Donrichardsia patulifolia?

Liverwort

Where is Donrichardsia patulifolia found?

South America

Species in the Brachytheciaceae family

Aerobryum speciosum, Aerobryum brevicuspis, Aerolindigia capillacea, Brachytheciastrum delicatulum, Brachytheciastrum collinum, Brachytheciastrum dieckei, Brachytheciastrum falcatulum, Brachytheciastrum kashmirense, Brachytheciastrum leibergii, Brachytheciastrum microcollinum, Brachytheciastrum paradoxum, Brachytheciastrum trachypodium, Brachytheciastrum velutinum, Brachytheciastrum fendleri, Brachytheciastrum olympicum, Brachytheciastrum leiopodium, Brachytheciastrum salicinum, Brachytheciastrum umbilicatum, Brachytheciella stolonifera, Brachythecium tortipilum, Brachythecium dahuricum, Brachythecium irinae, Brachythecium jacuticum, Brachythecium chakratense, Brachythecium garhwalense, Brachythecium acuminatum, Brachythecium afroglareosum, Brachythecium albicans, Brachythecium asperrimum, Brachythecium auriculatum, Brachythecium austroglareosum, Brachythecium austrosalebrosum, Brachythecium bellii, Brachythecium bodinieri, Brachythecium borgenii, Brachythecium brachycarpum, Brachythecium brachycladum, Brachythecium buchananii, Brachythecium calliergonoides, Brachythecium campestre, Brachythecium camptothecioides, Brachythecium campylothallum, Brachythecium caucasicum, Brachythecium cavifolium, Brachythecium chauvetii, Brachythecium chocayae, Brachythecium cirrosum, Brachythecium complanatum, Brachythecium comtifolium, Brachythecium conostomum,

References

Mikhail Stanislavovich Ignatov (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ignatov' in the authors string.
Jules Cardot (1860-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cardot' in the authors string.
Sanna Marjukka Huttunen (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huttunen' in the authors string.
Irénée Thériot (1859-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thér.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35213810: Based on data supplied by Bryonames