Notothylas vermiculata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Notothyladidae
Order:
Notothyladales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vermiculata
ID:
1522032
Status:
valid
Authors:
Amélio & D.F. Peralta
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Brazilian Journal of Botany. 43(2): 336. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000008447
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Notothylas vermiculata (also called 'Worm-like Notothylas', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, dark green leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Notothylas vermiculata has been used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a food additive.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Notothylas vermiculata has small, white flowers with four petals that are arranged in a cross-like fashion. The seeds are small, dark brown and round in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Notothylas vermiculata can be propagated through spores or by division of the plant. Cultivation requires a moist, acidic soil and partial shade. It should be kept moist, but not wet.
Where to Find Notothylas vermiculata
Notothylas vermiculata can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Notothylas vermiculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Notothylas vermiculata?
Notothylas vermiculata
What is the common name of Notothylas vermiculata?
Vermiculate Notothylas
What type of plant is Notothylas vermiculata?
Notothylas vermiculata is a species of moss
Species in the Notothylas genus
Notothylas breutelii, Notothylas orbicularis, Notothylas himalayensis, Notothylas khasiana, Notothylas nepalensis, Notothylas kashyapii, Notothylas javanica, Notothylas levieri, Notothylas temperata, Notothylas pandei, Notothylas depressispora, Notothylas pfleidereri, Notothylas udarii, Notothylas anaporata, Notothylas decurva, Notothylas dissecta, Notothylas flabellata, Notothylas frahmii, Notothylas galapagensis, Notothylas granulata, Notothylas guizhouensis, Notothylas indica, Notothylas irregularis, Notothylas verdoornii, Notothylas vermiculata, Notothylas yunnanensis,
Species in the Notothyladaceae family
Mesoceros porcatus, Mesoceros mesophoros, Notothylas breutelii, Notothylas orbicularis, Notothylas himalayensis, Notothylas khasiana, Notothylas nepalensis, Notothylas kashyapii, Notothylas javanica, Notothylas levieri, Notothylas temperata, Notothylas pandei, Notothylas depressispora, Notothylas pfleidereri, Notothylas udarii, Notothylas anaporata, Notothylas decurva, Notothylas dissecta, Notothylas flabellata, Notothylas frahmii, Notothylas galapagensis, Notothylas granulata, Notothylas guizhouensis, Notothylas indica, Notothylas irregularis, Notothylas verdoornii, Notothylas vermiculata, Notothylas yunnanensis, Paraphymatoceros diadematus, Paraphymatoceros hallii, Paraphymatoceros coriaceus, Paraphymatoceros pearsonii, Paraphymatoceros proskaueri, Phaeoceros laevis, Phaeoceros brevicapsulus, Phaeoceros tenuis, Phaeoceros striatisporus, Phaeoceros carolinianus, Phaeoceros erectus, Phaeoceros exiguus, Phaeoceros bolusii, Phaeoceros huebschmannii, Phaeoceros gemmifer, Phaeoceros parvulus, Phaeoceros delicatus, Phaeoceros oreganus, Phaeoceros austroandinus, Phaeoceros flexivalvis, Phaeoceros microsporous, Phaeoceros mohrii,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100499554: Based on data supplied by Bryonames