Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Species:
frahmii
ID:
1212930

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.R. Buck) Arikawa

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 95: 148 2004

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001212268



Common Names

  • Frahm's Platygyriella
  • Platygyriella Frahmii
  • Frahmii Platygyriella


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Description

Platygyriella frahmii (also called Platygyriella frahmii, among many other common names) is a small, tufted, perennial grass-like plant found in the dry, rocky hills of the Mediterranean region. It grows in sunny, dry habitats, usually among rocks or in crevices.

Uses & Benefits

Platygyriella frahmii has been used in traditional medicine for treating skin ailments, as a general tonic, and as a food source. It has also been used as a source of fibre for weaving.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Platygyriella frahmii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platygyriella frahmii is a small, tufted moss that grows in dry, open habitats. It is a low-growing species that forms dense mats of green, often with a reddish tinge. It is propagated by division or by spores. The spores are spread by wind and require moist, shady conditions to germinate. The moss can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers sandy or gravelly soils with good drainage. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate full sun, but prefers partial shade.

Where to Find Platygyriella frahmii

Platygyriella frahmii can be found in South Africa.

Platygyriella frahmii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platygyriella frahmii?

Platygyriella frahmii

What type of plant is Platygyriella frahmii?

Moss

What is the habitat of Platygyriella frahmii?

Dry, rocky habitats

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: 35214779: Based on data supplied by Bryonames