Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Bryales
Family:
Species:
handelii
ID:
1186744

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Broth.) T.J. Kop.

Source:
tro

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 17: 42 1980

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001186082





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Uses & Benefits

Orthomnion handelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orthomnion handelii is a small yellowish-white color. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthomnion handelii is a species of moss that can be propagated by division or by spore. The plant prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Orthomnion handelii can also be grown in a terrarium or in a container with a lid to maintain humidity.

Where to Find Orthomnion handelii

Orthomnion handelii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.

Orthomnion handelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthomnion handelii?

Orthomnion handelii

What is the common name of Orthomnion handelii?

Handel's Orthomnion

Where does Orthomnion handelii grow?

It grows in moist, shady places in the northern hemisphere

Species in the Mniaceae family

Mniobryum brevisetum, Mniobryum linderi, Mniobryum pergracile, Mniobryum perlaxum, Mniobryum rubrum, Mniobryum ruwenzorense, Mniobryum sparsifolium, Mniobryum tortifolium, Webera denticostata, Webera striatidens, Webera taylorii, Webera synoica, Cinclidium arcticum, Cinclidium latifolium, Cinclidium minutifolium, Cinclidium stygium, Cinclidium subrotundum, Cinclidium alaskanum, Cyrtomnium hymenophyllum, Cyrtomnium hymenophylloides, Epipterygium brasiliense, Epipterygium convalleum, Epipterygium immarginatum, Epipterygium mandonii, Epipterygium mexicanum, Epipterygium puiggarii, Epipterygium rigidum, Epipterygium tozeri, Epipterygium wrightii, Epipterygium koelzii, Epipterygium vanuatuicum, Epipterygium opararense, Epipterygium nagasakense, Epipterygium orbifolium, Epipterygium atlanticum, Epipterygium biauritum, Epipterygium oreophilum, Epipterygium yunnanense, Leucolepis acanthoneura, Mielichhoferia shevockii, Mielichhoferia pilifera, Mielichhoferia acuminata, Mielichhoferia acutifolia, Mielichhoferia argentifolia, Mielichhoferia auriseta, Mielichhoferia badhwarii, Mielichhoferia borbonica, Mielichhoferia brotheri, Mielichhoferia bryocarpa, Mielichhoferia canescens,

References

Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
Timo Koponen (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.J.Kop.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35167939: Based on data supplied by Bryonames