Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hookeriales
Species:
costaricensis
ID:
1170448

Status:
valid

Authors:
H. Rob. & D.G. Griffin

Source:
tro

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 30: 281. f. 1–9 1975

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001169786



Common Names

  • Rhynchostegiopsis costaricensis
  • Costa Rican Rhynchostegiopsis
  • Rhynchostegiopsis


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Uses & Benefits

Rhynchostegiopsis costaricensis is used in horticulture as an ornamental plant and for soil erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchostegiopsis costaricensis has small, yellowish-green flowers with two stamens. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have two small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchostegiopsis costaricensis can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. Cultivation of this species is best done in a moist, shady area with plenty of organic matter in the soil. It prefers acidic soil and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Rhynchostegiopsis costaricensis

Rhynchostegiopsis costaricensis is found in Central America.

References

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Dana Gove Griffin (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.G.Griffin' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35141060: Based on data supplied by Bryonames