Kingdom:
Phylum:
Funariidae
Order:
Encalyptales
Genus:
Species:
rhaptocarpa
ID:
1183806

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schwägr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
Sp. Musc. Frond., Suppl. 1 1: 56. pl. 16 1811

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001183144





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Uses & Benefits

Encalypta rhaptocarpa is used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Encalypta rhaptocarpa are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encalypta rhaptocarpa is a small, tufted moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by division of the tufts or by spore sowing. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

Where to Find Encalypta rhaptocarpa

Encalypta rhaptocarpa is found in the temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Encalypta rhaptocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Encalypta rhaptocarpa?

Encalypta rhaptocarpa

What type of habitat does Encalypta rhaptocarpa prefer?

Encalypta rhaptocarpa prefers damp, shady habitats, such as woodlands and forests.

What is the distribution of Encalypta rhaptocarpa?

Encalypta rhaptocarpa is found in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia.

Species in the Encalypta genus

Encalypta affinis, Encalypta alpina, Encalypta armata, Encalypta asperifolia, Encalypta brevicollis, Encalypta ciliata, Encalypta cuspidata, Encalypta hedbergii, Encalypta longicollis, Encalypta microstoma, Encalypta mutica, Encalypta peruviana, Encalypta pilifera, Encalypta procera, Encalypta sandwicensis, Encalypta sibirica, Encalypta spathulata, Encalypta streptocarpa, Encalypta tibetana, Encalypta vulcanica, Encalypta vulgaris, Encalypta flowersiana, Encalypta vittiana, Encalypta rauhii, Encalypta rhaptocarpa, Encalypta brevipes, Encalypta buxbaumioidea, Encalypta tianschanica, Encalypta sinica, Encalypta texana, Encalypta asiatica, Encalypta gyangzeana, Encalypta kangchenjungae, Encalypta lacera, Encalypta papillosa, Encalypta schelpei, Encalypta stoneae, Encalypta sylvatica, Encalypta trachymitria, Encalypta altunense,

Species in the Encalyptaceae family

Bryobrittonia longipes, Encalypta affinis, Encalypta alpina, Encalypta armata, Encalypta asperifolia, Encalypta brevicollis, Encalypta ciliata, Encalypta cuspidata, Encalypta hedbergii, Encalypta longicollis, Encalypta microstoma, Encalypta mutica, Encalypta peruviana, Encalypta pilifera, Encalypta procera, Encalypta sandwicensis, Encalypta sibirica, Encalypta spathulata, Encalypta streptocarpa, Encalypta tibetana, Encalypta vulcanica, Encalypta vulgaris, Encalypta flowersiana, Encalypta vittiana, Encalypta rauhii, Encalypta rhaptocarpa, Encalypta brevipes, Encalypta buxbaumioidea, Encalypta tianschanica, Encalypta sinica, Encalypta texana, Encalypta asiatica, Encalypta gyangzeana, Encalypta kangchenjungae, Encalypta lacera, Encalypta papillosa, Encalypta schelpei, Encalypta stoneae, Encalypta sylvatica, Encalypta trachymitria, Encalypta altunense,

References

Christian Friedrich Schwaegrichen (1775-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwägr.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35162326: Based on data supplied by Bryonames