Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
variabile
ID:
1537960

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hampe

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Annales des Sciences Naturelles; Botanique, sér. 5. 4: 375. 1865

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020190

Common Names

  • Porotrichum variabile
  • Variable Porotrichum
  • Variable Porotrichum Moss

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Description

Porotrichum variabile (also called Porotrichum variabile, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a yellowish-green color and a prostrate growth habit. It is found growing in moist, shady areas, often on the ground or on rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Porotrichum variabile is used for erosion control, as a soil stabilizer, and for ornamental landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Porotrichum variabile is small and white, with a single pistil and four stamens. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porotrichum variabile can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and heat, but should be protected from strong winds. It can be pruned to maintain shape and size.

Where to Find Porotrichum variabile

Porotrichum variabile is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Porotrichum variabile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Porotrichum variabile?

Porotrichum variabile

What type of plant is Porotrichum variabile?

Moss

What is the distribution of Porotrichum variabile?

Japan

Species in the Porotrichum genus

Porotrichum evansii, Porotrichum baculiferum, Porotrichum brasiliense, Porotrichum comosum, Porotrichum obliquifolium, Porotrichum parvirete, Porotrichum subexplanatum, Porotrichum amboroicum, Porotrichum atlanticum, Porotrichum bolivianum, Porotrichum brevifolium, Porotrichum caesium, Porotrichum caldense, Porotrichum cavifolium, Porotrichum chilense, Porotrichum elatulum, Porotrichum expansum, Porotrichum filiferum, Porotrichum korthalsianum, Porotrichum krauseanum, Porotrichum lancifrons, Porotrichum leucocaulon, Porotrichum lindigii, Porotrichum longirostre, Porotrichum macrocarpum, Porotrichum macropoma, Porotrichum madagassum, Porotrichum microthecium, Porotrichum sparsiflorum, Porotrichum subangustifolium, Porotrichum subpennaeforme, Porotrichum thieleanum, Porotrichum valdiviae, Porotrichum tenuinerve, Porotrichum frahmii, Porotrichum pittieri, Porotrichum protensum, Porotrichum superbum, Porotrichum bertrandii, Porotrichum microthamnium, Porotrichum robustum, Porotrichum variabile, Porotrichum flaccum, Porotrichum gracile,

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

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35142364: Based on data supplied by Bryonames