Kingdom:
Phylum:
Funariidae
Order:
Encalyptales
Genus:
Species:
sylvatica
ID:
1533562

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.J. Shen & J.C. Zhao

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2022

Citation Micro:
The Bryologist. 125(2): 345. 2022

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017582



Common Names

  • Sylvatica Encalypta Moss
  • Sylvatica Encalypta
  • Encalypta Sylvatica


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Description

Encalypta sylvatica (also called wood encalypta, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the Encalypta genus. It is a small, yellowish-green moss with a stem that is up to 5 cm tall. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Encalypta sylvatica is a moss species that is used as a decorative plant in gardens and terrariums. It is also used to create a natural habitat for small animals and insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Encalypta sylvatica is small and inconspicuous, with a single yellow anther and a single white stigma. The seed is a small, black, oblong capsule, containing a single seed. The seedling is a small, green, heart-shaped plant, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encalypta sylvatica is a small moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by spore or division. It prefers moist, acidic soils and is tolerant of shade. It is best grown in partial shade and can tolerate full sun if kept moist. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Encalypta sylvatica

Encalypta sylvatica can be found in 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

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100528663: Based on data supplied by Bryonames