Neckeropsis villae-ricae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
villae-ricae
ID:
1189284
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Besch.) Broth.
Source:
tro
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. (ed. 2) 11: 188 1925
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001188622
Common Names
- Neckeropsis Villae-Ricae
- Villae-Ricae Moss
- Villae-Ricae Neckera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesUses & Benefits
Neckeropsis villae-ricae is a species of moss that is commonly used in landscaping and gardening as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used in the production of mulch and compost.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neckeropsis villae-ricae has small, yellowish-green flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and have two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neckeropsis villae-ricae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.
Where to Find Neckeropsis villae-ricae
Neckeropsis villae-ricae is native to the Caribbean, where it can be found in Cuba, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic.
Neckeropsis villae-ricae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neckeropsis villae-ricae?
Neckeropsis villae-ricae
What are the common names of Neckeropsis villae-ricae?
Villarica's moss
What is the natural habitat of Neckeropsis villae-ricae?
Moist, shady areas
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
Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
Émile Bescherelle (1828-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Besch.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35172263: Based on data supplied by Bryonames