Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
isopterygioides
ID:
1537548

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dixon) Dixon

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
The Hong Kong Naturalist, Supplement. 2: 27. 1933

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019913



Common Names

  • Isopterygioides Entodon Moss
  • Entodon Moss
  • Isopterygioides Moss


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Description

Entodon isopterygioides (also called 'Entodon', among many other common names) is a small moss species that is found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a short stem and small leaves. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Entodon isopterygioides is used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens and landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Entodon isopterygioides has small, yellowish-brown flowers that are borne in clusters of up to four. The seeds are small, dark brown and globose. The seedlings are slender, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Entodon isopterygioides can be propagated by division of the clumps. The soil should be kept moist and well-drained. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best to fertilize the plant once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Entodon isopterygioides

Entodon isopterygioides can be found in the United States and Mexico.

Entodon isopterygioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Entodon isopterygioides?

Entodon isopterygioides

What is the common name of Entodon isopterygioides?

Isopterygioides Entodon

What is the habitat of Entodon isopterygioides?

Entodon isopterygioides is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

Species in the Entodon genus

Entodon abbreviatus, Entodon argyreus, Entodon beyrichii, Entodon brevirostris, Entodon brevisetus, Entodon calycinus, Entodon cernuus, Entodon challengeri, Entodon chloropus, Entodon cladorrhizans, Entodon columnaris, Entodon complicatus, Entodon conchophyllus, Entodon concinnus, Entodon corbieri, Entodon cupressiformis, Entodon curvatus, Entodon cymbifolius, Entodon denticuspis, Entodon distans, Entodon divergens, Entodon diversinervis, Entodon dolichocucullatus, Entodon dregeanus, Entodon drepanoides, Entodon expallens, Entodon felicis, Entodon flavescens, Entodon flavissimus, Entodon flavovirens, Entodon flexipes, Entodon floridanus, Entodon fulvonitens, Entodon geminidens, Entodon giraldii, Entodon gracilis, Entodon gracilisetus, Entodon hampeanus, Entodon incurvatus, Entodon jamesonii, Entodon laetus, Entodon laxo-alaris, Entodon lindbergii, Entodon longifolius, Entodon luridus, Entodon luteonitens, Entodon mackaviensis, Entodon macropodus, Entodon madagassus, Entodon mechoacanus,

Species in the Entodontaceae family

Entodon abbreviatus, Entodon argyreus, Entodon beyrichii, Entodon brevirostris, Entodon brevisetus, Entodon calycinus, Entodon cernuus, Entodon challengeri, Entodon chloropus, Entodon cladorrhizans, Entodon columnaris, Entodon complicatus, Entodon conchophyllus, Entodon concinnus, Entodon corbieri, Entodon cupressiformis, Entodon curvatus, Entodon cymbifolius, Entodon denticuspis, Entodon distans, Entodon divergens, Entodon diversinervis, Entodon dolichocucullatus, Entodon dregeanus, Entodon drepanoides, Entodon expallens, Entodon felicis, Entodon flavescens, Entodon flavissimus, Entodon flavovirens, Entodon flexipes, Entodon floridanus, Entodon fulvonitens, Entodon geminidens, Entodon giraldii, Entodon gracilis, Entodon gracilisetus, Entodon hampeanus, Entodon incurvatus, Entodon jamesonii, Entodon laetus, Entodon laxo-alaris, Entodon lindbergii, Entodon longifolius, Entodon luridus, Entodon luteonitens, Entodon mackaviensis, Entodon macropodus, Entodon madagassus, Entodon mechoacanus,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35134673: Based on data supplied by Bryonames