Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
yakushimensis
ID:
1192450

Status:
valid

Authors:
Takaki & Z. Iwats.

Source:
tro

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 17: 60. 2 a–j 80 1956

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001191788



Common Names

  • Syrrhopodon yakushimensis
  • Yakushima Spike-Moss
  • Yakushima Spike Moss


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Description

Syrrhopodon yakushimensis (also called Yakushima Foxtail Moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Hypnaceae. It is native to Japan, and is found in moist forests and along streams. Its leaves are small and have a yellow-green color. The stems are short and branched, and the capsules are small and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Syrrhopodon yakushimensis has been used as a natural dye and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Syrrhopodon yakushimensis is small and white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syrrhopodon yakushimensis can be propagated by spores, division, or by cuttings. Spores should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Syrrhopodon yakushimensis

Syrrhopodon yakushimensis can be found in Japan.

Syrrhopodon yakushimensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syrrhopodon yakushimensis?

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What is the habitat of Syrrhopodon yakushimensis?

Syrrhopodon yakushimensis is found in moist forests, along streams, and in wet meadows.

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

Zennosuke Iwatsuki (1929-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Iwats.' in the authors string.
Norio Takaki (1915-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Takaki' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35178429: Based on data supplied by Bryonames