Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
brachypodia
ID:
1212121

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M. Fleisch.) Ignatov & Huttunen

Source:
tro

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Arctoa 11: 281 2002

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001211459



Common Names

  • Brachypodia Moss
  • Remyella Brachypodia Moss
  • Remyella Moss


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Description

Remyella brachypodia (also called Short-stalked Remyella, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Lejeuneaceae. It is found in tropical Asia, specifically in India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a thalloid body, and grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and on tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Remyella brachypodia is a popular ornamental plant and is used in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Remyella brachypodia 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

Remyella brachypodia 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 Remyella brachypodia

Remyella brachypodia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Remyella brachypodia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Remyella brachypodia?

Remyella brachypodia

What type of plant is Remyella brachypodia?

Liverwort

Where is Remyella brachypodia 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.
Sanna Marjukka Huttunen (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huttunen' in the authors string.
Max Fleischer (1861-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Fleisch.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35213811: Based on data supplied by Bryonames