Octoblepharum leucobryoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucobryoides
ID:
1198990
Status:
valid
Authors:
O. Yano
Source:
tro
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Revista Brasil. Bot. 16: 69. f. 1 1993
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001198328
Common Names
- Octoblepharum leucobryoides
- Leucobryoides Moss
- Leucobryoides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Octoblepharum leucobryoides (also called White-bryoid Octoblepharum, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Octoblepharaceae. It is found in temperate regions of the world, growing on soil, rocks, and tree trunks. It has a creeping growth habit and is characterized by its thin, flat, pale green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Octoblepharum leucobryoides is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Octoblepharum leucobryoides has small white flowers with four petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin, green leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Octoblepharum leucobryoides: Octoblepharum leucobryoides is a moss species that is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is a terrestrial moss that prefers moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spore or by division. Spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Division can be done by carefully separating the moss into small pieces and replanting them in a moist, shady area.
Where to Find Octoblepharum leucobryoides
Octoblepharum leucobryoides is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.
Octoblepharum leucobryoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Octoblepharum leucobryoides?
Octoblepharum leucobryoides
What is the common name of Octoblepharum leucobryoides?
Leucobryoides Octoblepharum Moss
What type of habitat does Octoblepharum leucobryoides prefer?
Octoblepharum leucobryoides prefers moist, shady areas in temperate and tropical regions.
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
Olga Yano (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Yano' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35188220: Based on data supplied by Bryonames