Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Bryales
Family:
Species:
orbiculatifolia
ID:
1535782

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cardot & Broth.) Ochyra & Bedn.-Ochyra

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Polish Botanical Journal. 62(2): 171. 2017

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000018857



Common Names

  • Plagiobryoides orbiculatifolia
  • Orbiculatifolia Plagiobryoides
  • Orbiculatifolia Moss


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Description

Plagiobryoides orbiculatifolia (also called 'Orbiculate Plagiobryoides', among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Plagiobryaceae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a broad, rounded leaf tip. It is native to the Northern Hemisphere, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Plagiobryoides orbiculatifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plagiobryoides orbiculatifolia has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plagiobryoides orbiculatifolia can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be cultivated in a pot or in the ground. It is best to use a soil mix that is well-draining and high in organic matter. Water regularly and fertilize lightly.

Where to Find Plagiobryoides orbiculatifolia

Plagiobryoides orbiculatifolia is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to the Middle East.

Plagiobryoides orbiculatifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plagiobryoides orbiculatifolia?

Plagiobryoides orbiculatifolia

What is the family of Plagiobryoides orbiculatifolia?

Pottiaceae

What is the habitat of Plagiobryoides orbiculatifolia?

It is found in moist habitats, such as wet meadows, marshes, and bogs.

Species in the Bryaceae family

Acidodontium exaltatum, Acidodontium heteroneuron, Acidodontium lonchotrachylon, Acidodontium longifolium, Acidodontium megalocarpum, Acidodontium pallidum, Acidodontium ramicola, Acidodontium rhamphostegium, Acidodontium seminerve, Acidodontium sprucei, Acidodontium subrotundum, Acidodontium trachyticola, Acidodontium integrifolium, Acidodontium lanceolatifolium, Anomobryum angustirete, Anomobryum brachymenioides, Anomobryum brachymeniopsis, Anomobryum bulbiferum, Anomobryum clavicaule, Anomobryum compressulum, Anomobryum conicum, Anomobryum cygnicollum, Anomobryum filinerve, Anomobryum humillimum, Anomobryum julaceum, Anomobryum laceratum, Anomobryum lusitanicum, Anomobryum nitidum, Anomobryum obtusatissimum, Anomobryum orbiculatum, Anomobryum pellucidum, Anomobryum perimbricatum, Anomobryum polymorphum, Anomobryum prostratum, Anomobryum pycnobaseum, Anomobryum robustum, Anomobryum schmidii, Anomobryum semiovatum, Anomobryum semireticulatum, Anomobryum soquense, Anomobryum subnitidum, Anomobryum werthii, Anomobryum yasudae, Anomobryum parvifolium, Anomobryum worthleyi, Anomobryum albo-imbricatum, Anomobryum hyalinum, Anomobryum ochianum, Anomobryum ochii, Anomobryum sharpii,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100471141: Based on data supplied by Bryonames