Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
jamesonii
ID:
1181775

Status:
valid

Authors:
Taylor

Source:
tro

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 7: 192 1848

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001181113

Common Names

  • Cryphaea jamesonii
  • Jamesonii Moss
  • Jamesonii Haircap Moss

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Uses & Benefits

Cryphaea jamesonii has been used as a natural dye for fabrics, as well as a food preservative. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cryphaea jamesonii has small yellow-green flowers, with a diameter of 2-3 mm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are pale green with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cryphaea jamesonii is a species of moss that is found in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spore. It prefers moist, acidic soil and should be kept moist at all times. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be protected from strong winds. It is best to mulch around the plant to help retain moisture.

Where to Find Cryphaea jamesonii

Cryphaea jamesonii can be found in moist, shady areas of North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Cryphaeaceae family

Cryphaea acuminata, Cryphaea apiculata, Cryphaea attenuata, Cryphaea brevipila, Cryphaea chlorophyllosa, Cryphaea consimilis, Cryphaea filiformis, Cryphaea furcinervis, Cryphaea glomerata, Cryphaea heteromalla, Cryphaea hygrophila, Cryphaea jamesonii, Cryphaea lorentziana, Cryphaea nervosa, Cryphaea obovatocarpa, Cryphaea orizabae, Cryphaea ovalifolia, Cryphaea parvula, Cryphaea patens, Cryphaea pilifera, Cryphaea protensa, Cryphaea raddiana, Cryphaea ragazzii, Cryphaea ramosa, Cryphaea rhacomitrioides, Cryphaea rutenbergii, Cryphaea tenella, Cryphaea clandestina, Cryphaea amurensis, Cryphaea songpanensis, Cryphaea lanceolata, Cryphaea omeiensis, Cryphaeophilum molle, Cyptodon dilatatus, Cyptodon fasciculatus, Cyptodon gracilis, Cyptodon muelleri, Cyptodontopsis leveillei, Dendrocryphaea latifolia, Dendrocryphaea cuspidata, Dendrocryphaea gorveana, Dendrocryphaea lechleri, Dendrocryphaea tasmanica, Dendrocryphaea crassinervis, Dendrocryphaea lamyana, Dendropogonella rufescens, Monocryphaea ravenelii, Pilotrichopsis dentata, Pilotrichopsis ferruginea, Pilotrichopsis robusta,

References

Thomas Taylor (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taylor' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35158481: Based on data supplied by Bryonames