Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schimp. ex Besch.) B.H. Allen
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Monographs in Systematic Botany from the Missouri Botanical Garden. 132: 224. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019922
Common Names
- Hypnoides Erythrodontium Moss
- Erythrodontium Moss
- Hypnoides Moss
Description
Erythrodontium hypnoides (also called 'Erythrodontium', 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
Erythrodontium hypnoides is used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens and landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stereodon cyperoides has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erythrodontium hypnoides 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 Erythrodontium hypnoides
Erythrodontium hypnoides can be found in the United States and Mexico.
Erythrodontium hypnoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erythrodontium hypnoides?
Erythrodontium hypnoides
What is the common name of Erythrodontium hypnoides?
Hypnoides Erythrodontium
What is the habitat of Erythrodontium hypnoides?
Erythrodontium hypnoides is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.
Species in the Erythrodontium genus
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,