Status:
valid
Authors:
T.J. Kop.
Source:
tro
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 17: 51. f. 63–70 1980
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001186085
Uses & Benefits
Orthomnion piliferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Orthomnion piliferum is a small yellowish-white color. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and spindly.
Cultivation and Propagation
Orthomnion piliferum 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 piliferum can also be grown in a terrarium or in a container with a lid to maintain humidity.
Where to Find Orthomnion piliferum
Orthomnion piliferum is native to the Philippines.
Orthomnion piliferum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orthomnion piliferum?
Orthomnion piliferum
What is the common name of Orthomnion piliferum?
Hairy Orthomnion
Where does Orthomnion piliferum grow?
It grows in moist, shady places in the northern hemisphere
Species in the Orthomnion genus
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,