Pendulothecium oblongifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oblongifolium
ID:
1197698
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook. f. & Wilson) Enroth & S. He
Source:
tro
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 29: 10 1991
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001197036
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pendulothecium oblongifolium (also called Oblong-leaved Pendulothecium, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Americas. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a single stem and small, oval leaves. It is native to North and South America, and is found in moist habitats such as wet rocks, soil, and tree bark.
Uses & Benefits
Pendulothecium oblongifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with moist soil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pendulothecium oblongifolium has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have lanceolate leaves and a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pendulothecium oblongifolium is a tropical plant that prefers a well-draining soil and full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes or by cuttings taken from the stems. The cuttings should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.
Where to Find Pendulothecium oblongifolium
Pendulothecium oblongifolium can be found in temperate regions of the world, including Europe, North America, and Asia.
Species in the Pendulothecium genus
Species in the Neckeraceae family
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References
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
William Wilson (1799-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilson' in the authors string.
Johannes Enroth (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Enroth' in the authors string.
Si He (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.He' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35186363: Based on data supplied by Bryonames