Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
pottioides
ID:
1534387

Status:
valid

Authors:
Orbán

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Acta Botanica Hungarica. 39(3-4): 232. 1995

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000018001



Common Names

  • Pottioides Moss
  • Syrrhopodon Moss
  • Syrrhopodon pottioides Moss


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Description

Syrrhopodon pottioides (also called Pott's Syrrhopodon, among many other common names) is a small, tufted moss with a light green color. It is native to tropical regions of the world and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Syrrhopodon pottioides 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

Syrrhopodon pottioides 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

Syrrhopodon pottioides 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 Syrrhopodon pottioides

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

Syrrhopodon pottioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syrrhopodon pottioides?

Syrrhopodon pottioides

What type of plant is Syrrhopodon pottioides?

Moss

What is the growth rate of Syrrhopodon pottioides?

Slow

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

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100383941: Based on data supplied by Bryonames