Status:
valid
Authors:
(Broth.) Ando
Source:
tro
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Hikobia 6: 43 1971
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001186833
Common Names
- Excavate Stereodontopsis
- Excavate Stereodontopsis Moss
- Excavate Moss
Description
Stereodontopsis excavata (also called Excavated Stereodontopsis, among many other common names) is a medium-sized, tufted moss with a yellow-green color. It is native to the Himalayas, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Stereodontopsis excavata is an ornamental plant that is used as a ground cover in gardens and lawns. It has attractive foliage and is drought tolerant. It can also be used in rock gardens and as a border plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stereodontopsis excavata is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stereodontopsis excavata is a tropical plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in spring or summer. It can also be propagated by cuttings in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Stereodontopsis excavata
Stereodontopsis excavata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Stereodontopsis excavata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stereodontopsis excavata?
Stereodontopsis excavata
What is the family of Stereodontopsis excavata?
Mniaceae
What is the habitat of Stereodontopsis excavata?
Moist, shaded areas
Species in the Stereodontopsis genus
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,