Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
exigua
ID:
1522724

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M. Schust.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Bulletin of the Torrey Botanical Club. 93: 440. 1967

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000008977



Common Names

  • Phycolepidozia exigua
  • Exigua Phycolepidozia
  • Exigua False Moss


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Description

Phycolepidozia exigua (also called Tiny Toothwort, among many other common names) is a small, tufted moss species that is found in the Northern Hemisphere. It has a yellowish-green color and a smooth texture. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is commonly found in moist, shady forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Phycolepidozia exigua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phycolepidozia exigua has small, white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phycolepidozia exigua is a small to medium-sized moss that is typically found in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spores. Division is the most common method of propagation, as it is relatively easy and fast. Spore propagation is more difficult and time consuming, but it can be done by collecting the spores and sowing them on a moist, sterile medium. The moss should be kept moist and in a shady area for optimal growth.

Where to Find Phycolepidozia exigua

Phycolepidozia exigua can be found in parts of South America, including parts of Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Phycolepidozia exigua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phycolepidozia exigua?

Phycolepidozia exigua

What is the common name of Phycolepidozia exigua?

Exiguous Phycolepidozia

What is the family of Phycolepidozia exigua?

Dryopteridaceae

Species in the Phycolepidozia genus

Species in the Cephaloziellaceae family

Allisoniella subbipartita, Allisoniella nigra, Allisoniella recurva, Allisoniella scottii, Allisoniella tasmanica, Amphicephalozia geisslerae, Amphicephalozia africana, Amphicephalozia amplexicaulis, Cephalojonesia incuba, Cephalomitrion aterrimum, Cephaloziella brinkmanii, Cephaloziella dentata, Cephaloziella divaricata, Cephaloziella elachista, Cephaloziella grimsulana, Cephaloziella hampeana, Cephaloziella integerrima, Cephaloziella massalongii, Cephaloziella patulifolia, Cephaloziella phyllacantha, Cephaloziella rappii, Cephaloziella rubella, Cephaloziella spinicaulis, Cephaloziella turneri, Cephaloziella uncinata, Cephaloziella spinigera, Cephaloziella subtilis, Cephaloziella arctogena, Cephaloziella longii, Cephaloziella microphylla, Cephaloziella aenigmatica, Cephaloziella muelleriana, Cephaloziella invisa, Cephaloziella grandiretis, Cephaloziella nothogena, Cephaloziella exigua, Cephaloziella pellucida, Cephaloziella breviperianthia, Cephaloziella aspericaulis, Cephaloziella elegans, Cephaloziella meghalayensis, Cephaloziella dentifolia, Cephaloziella obtusilobula, Cephaloziella mamillifera, Cephaloziella capensis, Cephaloziella natalensis, Cephaloziella tenuissima, Cephaloziella stellulifera, Cephaloziella heteroica, Cephaloziella exiliflora,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100402845: Based on data supplied by Bryonames