Octoblepharum albidum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albidum
ID:
1189336
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hedw.
Source:
tro
Year:
1801
Citation Micro:
Sp. Musc. Frond. 50 1801
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001188674
Common Names
- White Octoblepharum Moss
- White Octoblepharum
- Octoblepharum Albidum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesUses & Benefits
Octoblepharum albidum 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 albidum has small, white 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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Octoblepharum albidum 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 albidum
Octoblepharum albidum can be found in Africa.
Octoblepharum albidum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Octoblepharum albidum?
Octoblepharum albidum
What is the natural habitat of Octoblepharum albidum?
Tropical forests
What is the average height of Octoblepharum albidum?
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
Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35172326: Based on data supplied by Bryonames