Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
abyssinicum
ID:
1172615

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll. Hal.) Cufod.

Source:
tro

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 98: 239 1951

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001171953



Common Names

  • Pylaisiobryum abyssinicum
  • Abyssinicum Moss
  • Abyssinicum Pylaisiobryum


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Description

Pylaisiobryum abyssinicum (also called Abyssinian Feathermoss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, light green moss with a four-sided stem and a two-lobed capsule. It is native to Africa, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pylaisiobryum abyssinicum is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pylaisiobryum abyssinicum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pylaisiobryum abyssinicum is a small, tufted moss that grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and rocky outcrops. It is propagated by spores, which can be collected from the sporophytes and sown on a moist, nutrient-rich substrate. The moss should be kept moist and in bright, indirect light. It can be grown in a terrarium or in a pot with a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Pylaisiobryum abyssinicum

Pylaisiobryum abyssinicum can be found in the mountains of Thailand.

Species in the Pylaisiobryum 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,

References

Georg Cufodontis (1896-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cufod.' in the authors string.
Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35144420: Based on data supplied by Bryonames