Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
borneenis
ID:
1192086

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hampe) A. Jaeger

Source:
tro

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Ber. Thätigk. St. Gallischen Naturwiss. Ges. 1871–72: 468 (Gen. Sp. Musc. 2: 316) 1873

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001191424



Common Names

  • Syrrhopodon borneenis
  • Borneen's Fork-moss
  • Borneen's Fork Moss


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Description

Syrrhopodon borneenis (also called Borneo Spike-moss, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that grows in tufts. It has short, creeping stems and small, scale-like leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist, shady woods and on rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Syrrhopodon borneenis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Syrrhopodon borneenis is small and inconspicuous, with a single white petal. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single white petal and a small, dark brown capsule.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Syrrhopodon borneenis is best done in a sunny location with well-draining soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist location and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Syrrhopodon borneenis

Syrrhopodon borneenis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Syrrhopodon borneenis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syrrhopodon borneenis?

Syrrhopodon borneenis

What type of plant is Syrrhopodon borneenis?

It is a type of moss.

Where can Syrrhopodon borneenis be found?

It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Species in the Syrrhopodon genus

Syrrhopodon isthmi, Syrrhopodon obuduensis, Syrrhopodon annotinus, Syrrhopodon armatispinosus, Syrrhopodon fissipapillatus, Syrrhopodon insularum, Syrrhopodon steyermarkii, Syrrhopodon kiiense, Syrrhopodon brasiliensis, Syrrhopodon bartramii, Syrrhopodon stenophyllus, Syrrhopodon africanus, Syrrhopodon albidus, Syrrhopodon albo-vaginatus, Syrrhopodon apertifolius, Syrrhopodon aristifolius, Syrrhopodon armatus, Syrrhopodon asper, Syrrhopodon ciliatus, Syrrhopodon circinatus, Syrrhopodon confertus, Syrrhopodon croceus, Syrrhopodon cuneifolius, Syrrhopodon cymbifolius, Syrrhopodon disciformis, Syrrhopodon elatus, Syrrhopodon elongatus, Syrrhopodon erubescens, Syrrhopodon fimbriatus, Syrrhopodon flammeonervis, Syrrhopodon flexifolius, Syrrhopodon gardneri, Syrrhopodon gaudichaudii, Syrrhopodon graminicola, Syrrhopodon graminifolius, Syrrhopodon helicophyllus, Syrrhopodon hispidissimus, Syrrhopodon hispidocostatus, Syrrhopodon hornschuchii, Syrrhopodon incompletus, Syrrhopodon involutus, Syrrhopodon lamprocarpus, Syrrhopodon leprieurii, Syrrhopodon ligulatus, Syrrhopodon lycopodioides, Syrrhopodon mahensis, Syrrhopodon mammillosus, Syrrhopodon mauritianus, Syrrhopodon muelleri, Syrrhopodon parasiticus,

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

Georg Ernst Ludwig Hampe (1795-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hampe' in the authors string.
August Jaeger (1842-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Jaeger' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35177955: Based on data supplied by Bryonames