Mastigophora attenuata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
attenuata
ID:
1526520
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Taylor) Trevis.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Memorie del Reale Istituto Lombardo di Scienze e Lettere, Serie 3, Classe di Scienze Matematiche e Naturali. 4(13): 416. 1877
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011879
Common Names
- Mastigophora attenuata
- Attenuate Mastigophora
- Mastigophora
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mastigophora attenuata (also called 'Slender-toothed Thread-moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Thuidiaceae. It is found in the Northern Hemisphere, mainly in Europe and North America. It grows on rocks, tree trunks, and soil in moist, shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Mastigophora attenuata has been used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mastigophora attenuata has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin and fragile.
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Mastigophora attenuata can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is best to keep the soil slightly acidic and to fertilize regularly.
Where to Find Mastigophora attenuata
Mastigophora attenuata can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to the Middle East.
Mastigophora attenuata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mastigophora attenuata?
Mastigophora attenuata
What type of plant is Mastigophora attenuata?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae
Where is Mastigophora attenuata found?
It is native to tropical Africa
Species in the Mastigophoraceae family
Dendromastigophora flagellifera, Mastigophora sepikiana, Mastigophora diclados, Mastigophora pyramidana, Mastigophora tuberculata, Mastigophora valida, Mastigophora viridula, Mastigophora woodsii, Mastigophora appendiculata, Mastigophora attenuata, Mastigophora caledonica, Mastigophora guineensis, Mastigophora humillima,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100462695: Based on data supplied by Bryonames