Octoblepharum africanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
africanum
ID:
1189335
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Broth.) Cardot
Source:
tro
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Rev. Bryol. 26: 6 1899
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001188673
Common Names
- African Octoblepharum Moss
- African Octoblepharum
- Octoblepharum Africanum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesUses & Benefits
Octoblepharum africanum is used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used in landscaping and as a decorative plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Octoblepharum africanum has small, yellow-green flowers with a short, cylindrical capsule containing small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a short stem with a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Octoblepharum africanum can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Octoblepharum africanum
Octoblepharum africanum can be found in Africa.
Octoblepharum africanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Octoblepharum africanum?
Octoblepharum africanum
What is the natural habitat of Octoblepharum africanum?
Tropical forests
What is the average height of Octoblepharum africanum?
2-3 meters
Species in the Octoblepharum genus
Octoblepharum arthrocormoides, Octoblepharum africanum, Octoblepharum albidum, Octoblepharum ampullaceum, Octoblepharum cocuiense, Octoblepharum cylindricum, Octoblepharum depressum, Octoblepharum erectifolium, Octoblepharum leptoneuron, Octoblepharum pulvinatum, Octoblepharum rhaphidostegium, Octoblepharum stramineum, Octoblepharum tatei, Octoblepharum leucobryoides, Octoblepharum benitotanii, Octoblepharum peristomiruptum, Octoblepharum pocsii,
Species in the Octoblepharaceae family
Octoblepharum arthrocormoides, Octoblepharum africanum, Octoblepharum albidum, Octoblepharum ampullaceum, Octoblepharum cocuiense, Octoblepharum cylindricum, Octoblepharum depressum, Octoblepharum erectifolium, Octoblepharum leptoneuron, Octoblepharum pulvinatum, Octoblepharum rhaphidostegium, Octoblepharum stramineum, Octoblepharum tatei, Octoblepharum leucobryoides, Octoblepharum benitotanii, Octoblepharum peristomiruptum, Octoblepharum pocsii,
References
Jules Cardot (1860-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cardot' in the authors string.
Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35172325: Based on data supplied by Bryonames