Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steph.) H. Rob.
Source:
tro
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat. 22: 254 124 1999
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001204732
Common Names
- Zoopsidella antillana
- Antillan Zoopsidella
- Antillan Fork-moss
Uses & Benefits
Zoopsidella antillana is used in traditional medicine and as a source of food for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Zoopsidella antillana sub. jamaicensis R.M. Schust.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zoopsidella antillana has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne on a single stalk. Its seeds are small, dark brown and have a rough surface. The seedlings are small and have two, heart-shaped cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zoopsidella antillana is a small, low-growing moss that is found in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by spore dispersal and can be grown in a moist, shady area with good drainage. It prefers acidic soil and can be grown in a container or in the ground.
Where to Find Zoopsidella antillana
Zoopsidella antillana can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.
Zoopsidella antillana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zoopsidella antillana?
Zoopsidella antillana
What is the family of Zoopsidella antillana?
Zoopsidellaceae
What is the habitat of Zoopsidella antillana?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
Species in the Zoopsidella genus
Species in the Lepidoziaceae family
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Acromastigum cunninghamii,
Acromastigum echinatiforme,
Acromastigum echinatum,
Acromastigum exiguum,
Acromastigum exile,
Acromastigum filum,
Acromastigum fimbriatum,
Acromastigum inaequilaterum,
Acromastigum integrifolium,
Acromastigum laetevirens,
Acromastigum linganum,
Acromastigum mooreanum,
Acromastigum obliquatum,
Acromastigum tenax,
Acromastigum verticale,
Acromastigum moratii,
Acromastigum pusillum,
Acromastigum stellare,
Acromastigum rigidum,
Acromastigum subechinatiforme,
Acromastigum adaptatum,
Acromastigum divaricatum,
Acromastigum longirete,
Acromastigum fumosum,
Acromastigum furcatifolium,
Acromastigum herzogii,
Acromastigum homodictyon,
Acromastigum implexum,
Acromastigum interstisiale,
Acromastigum laevigatum,
Acromastigum lamyi,
Acromastigum leptophyllum,
Acromastigum lobuliferum,
Acromastigum marginatum,
Acromastigum microstichum,
Acromastigum prismaticale,
Acromastigum stenophyllum,
Acromastigum aurescens,
Acromastigum caledonicum,
Acromastigum carcinum,
Acromastigum cavifolium,
Acromastigum curtilobum,
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Amazoopsis gracilis,