Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
chenii
ID:
1196485

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.D. Reese & P.J. Lin

Source:
tro

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Bryologist 92: 186. f. 1–5 1989

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195823



Common Names

  • Syrrhopodon chenii
  • Chen's Forked Moss
  • Chen's Fork-Moss


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Description

Syrrhopodon chenii (also called 'Chen's Syrrhopodon' and 'Chen's Moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Dicranaceae. It is a small, slender moss with spirally arranged leaves. It is native to Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Syrrhopodon chenii is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Syrrhopodon chenii has small, yellowish-green flowers with a single perianth. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syrrhopodon chenii is a small moss species native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is an easy to cultivate species that can be propagated by division of the plant or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to keep the soil moist but not soggy. It can also be grown in terrariums or in a greenhouse.

Where to Find Syrrhopodon chenii

Syrrhopodon chenii is found in moist, shady habitats in China.

Syrrhopodon chenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syrrhopodon chenii?

Syrrhopodon chenii

What type of plant is Syrrhopodon chenii?

Moss

Where is Syrrhopodon chenii found?

Tropical regions

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

William Dean Reese (1928-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.Reese' in the authors string.
Pan(g) Juan Lin (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Lin' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35184212: Based on data supplied by Bryonames