Ectropothecium aquaticum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aquaticum
ID:
1195366
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.R. Buck
Source:
tro
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 36: 179 1984
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194704
Common Names
- Ectropothecium aquaticum
- Watery Ectropothecium
- Aquatic Ectropothecium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ectropothecium aquaticum (also called ‘Aquatic Ectropothecium Moss’, among many other common names) is a species of moss that is native to North America. It has a bright green color and grows in small, tufted clumps that are densely packed together. It grows in humid, moist environments such as rainforests and wetter parts of woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Ectropothecium aquaticum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make baskets, mats, and other crafts. It has medicinal properties and can be used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ectropothecium aquaticum has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ectropothecium aquaticum is a small, tufted moss native to North America. It prefers moist, shady areas and acidic soils. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It can also be grown from cuttings. It should be planted in a moist, shady area and kept consistently moist. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Ectropothecium aquaticum
Ectropothecium aquaticum can be found in South America.
Ectropothecium aquaticum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ectropothecium aquaticum?
Ectropothecium aquaticum
What type of plant is Ectropothecium aquaticum?
Ectropothecium aquaticum is a moss species.
Where is Ectropothecium aquaticum found?
Ectropothecium aquaticum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Species in the Ectropothecium genus
Ectropothecium glossophylloides, Ectropothecium laxirete, Ectropothecium aciculare, Ectropothecium adnatum, Ectropothecium aeruginosum, Ectropothecium affine, Ectropothecium afromolluscum, Ectropothecium andrei, Ectropothecium aneitense, Ectropothecium angusto-textum, Ectropothecium anisophyllum, Ectropothecium annamense, Ectropothecium arcuatum, Ectropothecium arfakense, Ectropothecium aubertii, Ectropothecium aureo-crispum, Ectropothecium aureum, Ectropothecium aurifolium, Ectropothecium barbelloides, Ectropothecium bingerianum, Ectropothecium bowiei, Ectropothecium brachycladulum, Ectropothecium brevifalcatum, Ectropothecium buitenzorgii, Ectropothecium burmense, Ectropothecium campaniforme, Ectropothecium campanulatum, Ectropothecium capillisetum, Ectropothecium carolinarum, Ectropothecium chamissonis, Ectropothecium chenagonii, Ectropothecium compressifolium, Ectropothecium condensatum, Ectropothecium cupressoides, Ectropothecium cyathothecioides, Ectropothecium cyathothecium, Ectropothecium cygnicollum, Ectropothecium cyperoides, Ectropothecium dafilae, Ectropothecium dealbatum, Ectropothecium densum, Ectropothecium dentatum, Ectropothecium dentigerum, Ectropothecium diffusum, Ectropothecium diminutum, Ectropothecium diversifolium, Ectropothecium diversirete, Ectropothecium doliare, Ectropothecium dolosum, Ectropothecium drepanocladioides,
Species in the Hypnaceae family
Acritodon nephophilus, Austrohondaella limata, Bryosedgwickia barlassinae, Chryso-hypnum elegantulum, Chryso-hypnum patens, Chryso-hypnum diminutivum, Chryso-hypnum demaretii, Chryso-hypnum cavifolium, Chryso-hypnum frondosum, Chryso-hypnum crosbyi, Chryso-hypnum hylophilum, Chryso-hypnum rostratulum, Chryso-hypnum smithii, Crepidophyllum modestum, Ctenidiadelphus plumularia, Cyathothecium distichaceum, Dacryophyllum falcifolium, Ectropotheciella decrescens, Ectropotheciella distichophylla, Ectropotheciopsis novoguineensis, Ectropothecium glossophylloides, Ectropothecium laxirete, Ectropothecium aciculare, Ectropothecium adnatum, Ectropothecium aeruginosum, Ectropothecium affine, Ectropothecium afromolluscum, Ectropothecium andrei, Ectropothecium aneitense, Ectropothecium angusto-textum, Ectropothecium anisophyllum, Ectropothecium annamense, Ectropothecium arcuatum, Ectropothecium arfakense, Ectropothecium aubertii, Ectropothecium aureo-crispum, Ectropothecium aureum, Ectropothecium aurifolium, Ectropothecium barbelloides, Ectropothecium bingerianum, Ectropothecium bowiei, Ectropothecium brachycladulum, Ectropothecium brevifalcatum, Ectropothecium buitenzorgii, Ectropothecium burmense, Ectropothecium campaniforme, Ectropothecium campanulatum, Ectropothecium capillisetum, Ectropothecium carolinarum, Ectropothecium chamissonis,
References
William Russel Buck (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Buck' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35182697: Based on data supplied by Bryonames