Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steph.) Bapna
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
University of Udaipur Research Studies. 3: 138. 1967
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000008457
Common Names
- Phaeoceros maranguensis
- Marangu Phaeoceros
- Marangu Phaeoceros Moss
Description
Phaeoceros maranguensis (also called 'Marangu Phaeoceros', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the Marangu region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, dark green leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Phaeoceros maranguensis has been used in traditional medicine for treating headaches, fever, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phaeoceros maranguensis has small yellow flowers and small seeds. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phaeoceros maranguensis 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 Phaeoceros maranguensis
Phaeoceros maranguensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.
Phaeoceros maranguensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phaeoceros maranguensis?
Phaeoceros maranguensis
What is the common name of Phaeoceros maranguensis?
Marangu Phaeoceros
What type of plant is Phaeoceros maranguensis?
Phaeoceros maranguensis is a species of moss
Species in the Phaeoceros genus
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,
Phaeoceros pichinchensis,
Phaeoceros wrightii,
Phaeoceros kashyapii,
Phaeoceros udarii,
Phaeoceros gualaquizanus,
Phaeoceros evanidus,
Phaeoceros inflatus,
Phaeoceros engelii,
Phaeoceros perpusillus,
Phaeoceros dendroceroides,
Phaeoceros fulvisporus,
Phaeoceros himalayensis,
Phaeoceros jollyanus,
Phaeoceros maranguensis,
Phaeoceros minutus,
Phaeoceros propagulifer,
Phaeoceros tigrinus,
Phaeoceros tuberosus,
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,