Neckeropsis gracilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
1187603
Status:
valid
Authors:
Nog.
Source:
tro
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Lindbergia 1: 177. f. 2 1972
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001186941
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Neckeropsis gracilis (also called Gracile Neckera, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, tufted moss with yellow-green to olive-green leaves that are curved and taper to a point. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Neckeropsis gracilis has been used as a soil stabilizer, for erosion control, and as a source of food for animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neckeropsis gracilis is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small and delicate with bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neckeropsis gracilis is a small, tufted moss that is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is easy to propagate and cultivate, and can be grown in a variety of soils and substrates. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of light levels. It can be propagated from spores or cuttings, and can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Neckeropsis gracilis
Neckeropsis gracilis is found in the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia.
Species in the Neckeropsis genus
Neckeropsis cyclophylla, Neckeropsis persplendida, Neckeropsis serrophila, Neckeropsis darjeelingensis, Neckeropsis gracilis, Neckeropsis amazonica, Neckeropsis andamana, Neckeropsis boiviniana, Neckeropsis crinita, Neckeropsis disticha, Neckeropsis exserta, Neckeropsis fimbriata, Neckeropsis foveolata, Neckeropsis inundata, Neckeropsis liliana, Neckeropsis madecassa, Neckeropsis nanodisticha, Neckeropsis pabstiana, Neckeropsis spurio-truncata, Neckeropsis undulata, Neckeropsis villae-ricae, Neckeropsis beccariana, Neckeropsis pocsii, Neckeropsis formosica,
Species in the Neckeraceae family
Forsstroemia goughiana, Forsstroemia yezoana, Forsstroemia coronata, Forsstroemia cryphaeoides, Forsstroemia indica, Forsstroemia japonica, Forsstroemia neckeroides, Forsstroemia producta, Forsstroemia trichomitria, Forsstroemia thomsonii, Forsstroemia noguchii, Forsstroemia lasioides, Forsstroemia denigricans, Forsstroemia fauriei, Forsstroemia flexiramea, Forsstroemia humilis, Forsstroemia inopinata, Forsstroemia konoi, Forsstroemia pusilla, Forsstroemia setschwanica, Leptodon acuminatus, Leptodon longisetus, Leptodon pluvinii, Leptodon smithii, Leptodon fuciformis, Leptodon corsicus, Leptodon dillenii, Leptodon remotifolius, Taiwanobryum anacamptolepis, Taiwanobryum crenulatum, Taiwanobryum mucronatum, Taiwanobryum guangdongense, Taiwanobryum speciosum, Taiwanobryum praetermissum, Taiwanobryum serrulatifolium, Taiwanobryum undulatifolium, Taiwanobryum yunnanense, Alleniella besseri, Alleniella brownii, Alleniella chilensis, Alleniella complanata, Alleniella hymenodonta, Alleniella remota, Alleniella scabridens, Alleniella submacrocarpa, Alleniella urnigera, Alleniella andina, Alleniella ehrenbergii, Alleniella laevigata, Alleniella obtusifolia,
References
Akira Noguchi (1907-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nog.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35169513: Based on data supplied by Bryonames