Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Genus:
Species:
cochlearifolium
ID:
1196177

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thér.) B.H. Allen

Source:
tro

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 62: 62 1987

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195515



Common Names

  • Dicnemon cochlearifolium
  • Cochlearifolium Dicnemon Moss
  • Cochlearifolium Moss


Searching for Dicnemon cochlearifolium? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Uses & Benefits

Dicnemon cochlearifolium is a species of moss that is often used as a ground cover in gardens and terrariums. It can also be used in aquariums to provide a natural look and to help filter the water.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dicnemon cochlearifolium has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

Searching for Dicnemon cochlearifolium? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Dicnemon cochlearifolium is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings at a temperature of 18-20°C.

Where to Find Dicnemon cochlearifolium

Dicnemon cochlearifolium can be found in the Hebrides Islands of Scotland.

Dicnemon cochlearifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicnemon cochlearifolium?

Dicnemon cochlearifolium

What is the common name of Dicnemon cochlearifolium?

Cochleariform Dicnemon

What family does Dicnemon cochlearifolium belong to?

Dicnemaceae

Species in the Dicranaceae family

Braunfelsia angustifolia, Braunfelsia dicranoides, Braunfelsia edentula, Braunfelsia enervis, Braunfelsia plicata, Braunfelsia aenea, Braunfelsia muscicola, Brotherobryum dekockii, Brotherobryum macgregorii, Brotherobryum undulatifolium, Brotherobryum sleumeri, Chorisodontium aciphyllum, Chorisodontium mittenii, Chorisodontium nigricans, Chorisodontium setaceum, Chorisodontium speciosum, Chorisodontium dicranellatum, Chorisodontium magellanicum, Chorisodontium spegazzinii, Chorisodontium luridum, Cryptodicranum armittii, Dicnemon calycinum, Dicnemon semicryptum, Dicnemon cuspidatum, Dicnemon pancheri, Dicnemon planifolium, Dicnemon spathoideum, Dicnemon dixonianum, Dicnemon seriatum, Dicnemon cochlearifolium, Dicnemon subpiliferum, Dicnemon robbinsii, Dicnemon novae-guineae, Dicnemon aneitense, Dicranoloma angustatum, Dicranoloma arfakianum, Dicranoloma assimile, Dicranoloma australe, Dicranoloma austro-scoparium, Dicranoloma billardierei, Dicranoloma blumii, Dicranoloma brachysteleum, Dicranoloma brasiliense, Dicranoloma braunii, Dicranoloma brevifolium, Dicranoloma brevisetum, Dicranoloma calycinum, Dicranoloma capillare, Dicranoloma capillifolioides, Dicranoloma confusum,

References

Bruce H. Allen (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.H.Allen' in the authors string.
Irénée Thériot (1859-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thér.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35183833: Based on data supplied by Bryonames