Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Hedwigiales
Species:
alpinus
ID:
1173088

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.H. Wright) Paris

Source:
tro

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Index Bryol. Suppl. 291 1900

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001172426



Common Names

  • Rhacocarpus alpinus
  • Alpine Rhacocarpus
  • Alpine Moss


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Description

Rhacocarpus alpinus (also called Alpine Rhacocarpus, among many other common names) is a small, tufted moss with oblong-lanceolate leaves that are pointed at the apex. It is native to the tropics and subtropics of the Americas, Africa, and Asia, and grows in shady, humid places.

Uses & Benefits

Rhacocarpus alpinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of fuel and for making paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhacocarpus alpinus is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Where to Find Rhacocarpus alpinus

Rhacocarpus alpinus can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Rhacocarpus alpinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhacocarpus alpinus?

Rhacocarpus alpinus

What is the common name of Rhacocarpus alpinus?

No common name

Where is Rhacocarpus alpinus found?

New Zealand

Species in the Hedwigiaceae family

Braunia alopecura, Braunia arbuscula, Braunia attenuata, Braunia camptoclada, Braunia cirrhifolia, Braunia cochlearifolia, Braunia diaphana, Braunia entodonticarpa, Braunia exserta, Braunia macropelma, Braunia plicata, Braunia rupestris, Braunia schimperi, Braunia secunda, Braunia squarrulosa, Braunia subincana, Braunia subplicata, Braunia nephelogenes, Braunia tucumanensis, Braunia andrieuxii, Braunia argentinica, Braunia canescens, Braunia incana, Hedwigia ciliata, Hedwigia filiformis, Hedwigia nivalis, Hedwigia stellata, Hedwigia detonsa, Hedwigia brevipilifera, Hedwigia emodica, Hedwigia striata, Hedwigia czernyadjevae, Hedwigia kuzenevae, Hedwigia mollis, Hedwigia nemoralis, Hedwigidium imberbe, Hedwigidium neelgiriensis, Pararhacocarpus patagonicus, Pseudobraunia californica, Rhacocarpus alpinus, Rhacocarpus apiculatus, Rhacocarpus chlorotus, Rhacocarpus excisus, Rhacocarpus inermis, Rhacocarpus purpurascens, Rhacocarpus rehmannianus, Rhacocarpus strictipilus,

References

Charles Henry Wright (1864-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.H.Wright' in the authors string.
Jean Édouard Gabriel Narcisse Paris (1827-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paris' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35145109: Based on data supplied by Bryonames