Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
pacificum
ID:
1194872

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Broth. & Paris) Broth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. I(3): 1229 1909

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194210



Common Names

  • Himantocladium Pacificum
  • Hollia Myrmecoa
  • Holmgrenia Acuminata


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Description

Himantocladium pacificum (also called 'Fern Moss' and 'Bristle-moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is a small, delicate moss with stiff, erect branches that are usually unbranched. It is commonly found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and on the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Himantocladium pacificum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in moist, shady areas. It is also used to stabilize soils in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Himantocladium pacificum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Himantocladium pacificum can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken from the rhizomes. The rhizomes should be planted in moist, well-drained soil in a shady area.

Where to Find Himantocladium pacificum

Himantocladium pacificum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.

Himantocladium pacificum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Himantocladium pacificum?

Himantocladium pacificum

What is the family of Himantocladium pacificum?

Asteraceae

Where is Himantocladium pacificum found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region.

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References

Jean Édouard Gabriel Narcisse Paris (1827-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paris' in the authors string.
Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35181997: Based on data supplied by Bryonames