Hymenoloma alpinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Scouleriales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpinum
ID:
1212882
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mitt.) Ochyra
Source:
tro
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Biodivers. Poland 3: 114 2003
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001212220
Common Names
- Hymenoloma alpinum
- Alpine Hymenoloma
- Alpine Bogmoss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hymenoloma alpinum (also called Hymenoloma alpinum, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-brown, cup-shaped liverwort. It is native to New Zealand, and is found in damp, shady places in lowland and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenoloma alpinum has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hymenoloma alpinum has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenoloma alpinum is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep moist and in bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Hymenoloma alpinum
Hymenoloma alpinum can be found in the temperate and subtropical regions of the Northern Hemisphere.
Hymenoloma alpinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenoloma alpinum?
Hymenoloma alpinum
What is the common name of Hymenoloma alpinum?
Alpine Hymenoloma
What is the habitat of Hymenoloma alpinum?
It is found in deciduous and coniferous forests in Europe, Asia, and North America
Species in the Hymenoloma genus
Hymenoloma subglobosum, Hymenoloma turpe, Hymenoloma alpinum, Hymenoloma antarcticum, Hymenoloma brevifolium, Hymenoloma compactum, Hymenoloma crispulum, Hymenoloma dryptodontoides, Hymenoloma funiculipes, Hymenoloma grimmiaceum, Hymenoloma indicum, Hymenoloma insulare, Hymenoloma macrosporum, Hymenoloma subtortifolium, Hymenoloma tortifolium, Hymenoloma mulahacenii, Hymenoloma immersum,
Species in the Hymenolomataceae family
Holodontium strictum, Hymenoloma subglobosum, Hymenoloma turpe, Hymenoloma alpinum, Hymenoloma antarcticum, Hymenoloma brevifolium, Hymenoloma compactum, Hymenoloma crispulum, Hymenoloma dryptodontoides, Hymenoloma funiculipes, Hymenoloma grimmiaceum, Hymenoloma indicum, Hymenoloma insulare, Hymenoloma macrosporum, Hymenoloma subtortifolium, Hymenoloma tortifolium, Hymenoloma mulahacenii, Hymenoloma immersum, Valdonia microcarpa,
References
William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
Ryszard Ochyra (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ochyra' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35214729: Based on data supplied by Bryonames