Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
apiculatum
ID:
1175720

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dozy & Molk.) Dozy & Molk.

Source:
tro

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Musci Frond. Ined. Archip. Ind. 68. 24, 25 1846

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001175058



Common Names

  • Schistomitrium apiculatum
  • Apiculatum Schistomitrium Moss
  • Apiculatum Haircap Moss


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Uses & Benefits

Schistomitrium apiculatum has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties. It has also been used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. Additionally, it has been used as a natural insect repellent and to treat digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, yellow-green, with a short, cylindrical calyx. Seed: Small, oval-shaped, with a thin, membranous testa. Seedlings: Short, with a single, erect leaf.

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Where to Find Schistomitrium apiculatum

Schistomitrium apiculatum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas.

Schistomitrium apiculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schistomitrium apiculatum?

Schistomitrium apiculatum

What is the common name of Schistomitrium apiculatum?

Apiculate Schistomitrium

What is the habitat of Schistomitrium apiculatum?

Schistomitrium apiculatum is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and bogs.

Species in the Leucobryaceae family

Holomitriopsis laevifolia, Mitrobryum koelzii, Sphaerothecium phascoideum, Sphaerothecium reconditum, Sphaerothecium subchlorophyllosum, Steyermarkiella anomalodictya, Atractylocarpus alpinus, Atractylocarpus alticaulis, Atractylocarpus brasiliensis, Atractylocarpus longisetus, Atractylocarpus nanus, Atractylocarpus neocaledonicus, Atractylocarpus patagonicus, Atractylocarpus madagascariensis, Atractylocarpus novoguineensis, Atractylocarpus subporodictyon, Brothera leana, Campylopodiella himalayana, Campylopodiella flagellacea, Campylopodiella crenulata, Campylopodiella stenocarpa, Campylopodiella dorothyae, Campylopus joshii, Campylopus incurvatus, Campylopus laxoventralis, Campylopus sharpii, Campylopus acuminatus, Campylopus aemulans, Campylopus albidovirens, Campylopus ambiguus, Campylopus amboroensis, Campylopus anderssonii, Campylopus andreanus, Campylopus angustiretis, Campylopus arctocarpus, Campylopus arcuatus, Campylopus areodictyon, Campylopus argyrocaulon, Campylopus asperifolius, Campylopus atrovirens, Campylopus aureonitens, Campylopus austro-alpinus, Campylopus austrosubulatus, Campylopus bartramiaceus, Campylopus beauverdianus, Campylopus belangeri, Campylopus bicolor, Campylopus brevipilus, Campylopus brunneus, Campylopus cambouei,

References

Julian(us) Hendrik Molkenboer (1816-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molk.' in the authors string.
Frans Dozy (1807-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dozy' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35149320: Based on data supplied by Bryonames