Hymenodon tenellus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthodontiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenellus
ID:
1185059
Status:
valid
Authors:
Broth. & Paris
Source:
tro
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Oefvers. Förh. Finska Vetensk.-Soc. 53A(11): 21 1911
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001184397
Common Names
- Hymenodon tenellus
- Tenellus Tooth-moss
- Tenellus Tooth-moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesUses & Benefits
Hymenodon tenellus 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 tenellus has small, yellowish-green flowers, and its seeds are small and brown. Its seedlings are small and delicate, with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenodon tenellus is a small, delicate moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers a moist, acidic soil with plenty of organic matter. It should be kept in a cool, humid environment with plenty of indirect light. It should be watered regularly, but not too much, and fertilized occasionally with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Hymenodon tenellus
Hymenodon tenellus can be found in moist and shady habitats in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Hymenodon tenellus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenodon tenellus?
Hymenodon tenellus
What is the common name of Hymenodon tenellus?
Hymenodon tenellus
What is the habitat of Hymenodon tenellus?
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,
References
Jean Édouard Gabriel Narcisse Paris (1827-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paris' 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: 35164559: Based on data supplied by Bryonames