Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
serratioides
ID:
1534351

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.T. Ellis

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Journal of Bryology. 42(4): 313. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017990



Common Names

  • Serratioides Moss
  • Calymperes Moss
  • Calymperes serratioides Moss


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Description

Calymperes serratioides (also called 'Serrated Calymperes', among many other common names) is a small, mossy plant native to tropical Asia, Africa, and Australia. It has a bright green, tufted frond with a wavy margin, and is typically found in moist, shady areas, such as rainforest floors and tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Calymperes serratioides is used in horticulture as an ornamental plant and in landscaping. It is also used in erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calymperes serratioides has small white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calymperes serratioides is a species of moss that can be propagated by division of the clumps or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady locations and can be grown in a variety of soils. It should be kept moist and fertilized regularly to promote healthy growth.

Where to Find Calymperes serratioides

Calymperes serratioides can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, at altitudes of 2,500-4,500 m.

Calymperes serratioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calymperes serratioides?

Calymperes serratioides

What type of plant is Calymperes serratioides?

Moss

What is the growth rate of Calymperes serratioides?

Slow

Species in the Calymperes genus

Calymperes robinsonii, Calymperes rubiginosum, Calymperes aeruginosum, Calymperes afzelii, Calymperes beccarii, Calymperes boulayi, Calymperes couguiense, Calymperes crassinerve, Calymperes erosum, Calymperes fasciculatum, Calymperes graeffeanum, Calymperes guildingii, Calymperes guineense, Calymperes hispidum, Calymperes levyanum, Calymperes linearifolium, Calymperes lonchophyllum, Calymperes loucoubense, Calymperes mangalorense, Calymperes moluccense, Calymperes motleyi, Calymperes nanum, Calymperes nicaraguense, Calymperes othmeri, Calymperes palisotii, Calymperes pallidum, Calymperes pintasii, Calymperes platyloma, Calymperes porrectum, Calymperes pungens, Calymperes schmidtii, Calymperes serratum, Calymperes smithii, Calymperes strictifolium, Calymperes subintegrum, Calymperes subserratum, Calymperes tahitense, Calymperes tenerum, Calymperes thomeanum, Calymperes venezuelanum, Calymperes bartramii, Calymperes noakhalense, Calymperes mitrafugax, Calymperes boninense, Calymperes norkettii, Calymperes woodii, Calymperes serratioides,

Species in the Calymperaceae family

Arthrocormus schimperi, Calymperes robinsonii, Calymperes rubiginosum, Calymperes aeruginosum, Calymperes afzelii, Calymperes beccarii, Calymperes boulayi, Calymperes couguiense, Calymperes crassinerve, Calymperes erosum, Calymperes fasciculatum, Calymperes graeffeanum, Calymperes guildingii, Calymperes guineense, Calymperes hispidum, Calymperes levyanum, Calymperes linearifolium, Calymperes lonchophyllum, Calymperes loucoubense, Calymperes mangalorense, Calymperes moluccense, Calymperes motleyi, Calymperes nanum, Calymperes nicaraguense, Calymperes othmeri, Calymperes palisotii, Calymperes pallidum, Calymperes pintasii, Calymperes platyloma, Calymperes porrectum, Calymperes pungens, Calymperes schmidtii, Calymperes serratum, Calymperes smithii, Calymperes strictifolium, Calymperes subintegrum, Calymperes subserratum, Calymperes tahitense, Calymperes tenerum, Calymperes thomeanum, Calymperes venezuelanum, Calymperes bartramii, Calymperes noakhalense, Calymperes mitrafugax, Calymperes boninense, Calymperes norkettii, Calymperes woodii, Calymperes serratioides, Exodictyon dentatum, Exodictyon incrassatum,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100511202: Based on data supplied by Bryonames