Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Hedwigiales
Species:
apiculatus
ID:
1173089

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Renauld & Cardot) Paris

Source:
tro

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Index Bryol. 1068 1898

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001172427



Common Names

  • Rhacocarpus apiculatus
  • Apiculate Rhacocarpus
  • Apiculate Moss


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Rhacocarpus apiculatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhacocarpus apiculatus 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 apiculatus

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

Rhacocarpus apiculatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhacocarpus apiculatus?

Rhacocarpus apiculatus

What is the common name of Rhacocarpus apiculatus?

No common name

Where is Rhacocarpus apiculatus 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

Jean Édouard Gabriel Narcisse Paris (1827-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paris' in the authors string.
Jules Cardot (1860-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cardot' in the authors string.
Ferdinand François Gabriel Renauld (1837-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Renauld' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35145110: Based on data supplied by Bryonames