Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Genus:
Species:
myrmecoa
ID:
1194883

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sieber ex Hoppe

Source:
tro

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Flora 9: 223 1826

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194221



Common Names

  • Hollia Myrmecoa
  • Holmgrenia Acuminata
  • Holmgrenia Binervula


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Description

Hollia myrmecoa (also called 'Fern Moss' and 'Bristle-moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is a small, delicate moss with stiff, erect branches that are usually unbranched. It is commonly found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and on the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Hollia myrmecoa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is also used to make medicines for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hollia myrmecoa has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hollia myrmecoa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Hollia myrmecoa

Hollia myrmecoa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Hollia myrmecoa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hollia myrmecoa?

Hollia myrmecoa

What is the family of Hollia myrmecoa?

Asteraceae

Where is Hollia myrmecoa found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Hollia genus

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

Franz Sieber (1789-1844): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sieber' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35182010: Based on data supplied by Bryonames