Phaeoceros tuberosus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Notothyladidae
Order:
Notothyladales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tuberosus
ID:
1522046
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Taylor) Prosk.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Journal of the Indian Botanical Society. 42(A): 185. 1964
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000008461
Common Names
- Phaeoceros tuberosus
- Tuberous Phaeoceros
- Tuberous Phaeoceros Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phaeoceros tuberosus (also called 'Tuberous Phaeoceros', 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
Phaeoceros tuberosus 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 tuberosus has small yellow flowers and small seeds. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phaeoceros tuberosus 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 tuberosus
Phaeoceros tuberosus is found in wetland areas of North America, Europe, and Asia.
Phaeoceros tuberosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phaeoceros tuberosus?
Phaeoceros tuberosus
What is the common name of Phaeoceros tuberosus?
Tuberous Phaeoceros
What type of plant is Phaeoceros tuberosus?
Phaeoceros tuberosus 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,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100402752: Based on data supplied by Bryonames