Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Genus:
Species:
celatus
ID:
1176888

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mitt.

Source:
tro

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Handb. N. Zeal. Fl. 462 1867

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001176226



Common Names

  • Concealed Mesotus
  • Concealed Mesotu
  • Mesotus celatus


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Uses & Benefits

Mesotus celatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mesotus celatus is white in color and has five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and long with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mesotus celatus is a species of fern in the family Meteoriaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Cultivation and propagation of Mesotus celatus is relatively easy. It can be grown from spores or from divisions of the rhizome. The plant prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Mesotus celatus

Mesotus celatus can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Mesotus celatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesotus celatus?

Mesotus celatus

What type of plant is Mesotus celatus?

It is a moss species.

Where does Mesotus celatus grow?

It is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Mesotus 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

William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35150959: Based on data supplied by Bryonames