Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dozy & Molk.) Müll. Hal.
Source:
tro
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 5: 803 1847
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001184395
Common Names
- Hymenodon sericeus
- Silky Tooth-moss
- Sericeus Tooth-moss
Uses & Benefits
Hymenodon sericeus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hymenodon sericeus has small, yellowish-green flowers, and its seeds are small and brown. Its seedlings are small and delicate, with a few leaves.
Where to Find Hymenodon sericeus
Hymenodon sericeus can be found in North America and Europe.
Hymenodon sericeus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenodon sericeus?
Hymenodon sericeus
What is the common name of Hymenodon sericeus?
Hymenodon sericeus
What is the habitat of Hymenodon sericeus?
It is found in moist forests, swamps, and bogs
Species in the Hymenodon genus
Species in the Orthodontiaceae family
Orthodontium denticulatum,
Orthodontium gracile,
Orthodontium infractum,
Orthodontium itacolumitis,
Orthodontium lineare,
Orthodontium loreifolium,
Orthodontium pallens,
Orthodontium pellucens,
Orthodontium ruwenzorensis,
Orthodontium lignicola,
Hymenodon aeruginosus,
Hymenodon angustifolius,
Hymenodon pilifer,
Hymenodon sericeus,
Hymenodon sphaerothecius,
Hymenodon tenellus,
Hymenodon reggaeus,
Hymenodon chenianus,
Leptotheca boliviana,
Leptotheca gaudichaudii,