Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
muelleri
ID:
1192283

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dozy & Molk.) Sande Lac.

Source:
tro

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Bryol. Jav. 2: 224 1870

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001191621



Common Names

  • Syrrhopodon muelleri
  • Mueller's Spikemoss
  • Muelleri Spikemoss


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Description

Syrrhopodon muelleri (also called Mueller's Spike-Moss, among many other common names) is a species of spike-moss found in the tropical regions of South America. It is a small, evergreen perennial plant with short, creeping stems and small, scale-like leaves. It is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Syrrhopodon muelleri is used in landscaping and gardening as an ornamental grass. It is also used to provide shelter and food for wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Syrrhopodon muelleri for. compactus M. Fleisch.
Syrrhopodon muelleri var. strictifolius Dixon

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Syrrhopodon muelleri is small, white or yellow, and has a single petal. The seed is small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small and light green.

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Where to Find Syrrhopodon muelleri

Syrrhopodon muelleri can be found in India.

Syrrhopodon muelleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syrrhopodon muelleri?

Syrrhopodon muelleri

What is the growth habit of Syrrhopodon muelleri?

It is a mat-forming species with short rhizomes.

What is the distribution of Syrrhopodon muelleri?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

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

Julian(us) Hendrik Molkenboer (1816-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molk.' in the authors string.
Cornelius Marinus van der Sande Lacoste (1815-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sande Lac.' in the authors string.
Frans Dozy (1807-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dozy' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35178210: Based on data supplied by Bryonames