Orthodontium ruwenzorensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthodontiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ruwenzorensis
ID:
1199862
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Thér. & Naveau) O'Shea
Source:
tro
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Trop. Bryol. 10: 95 1995
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001199200
Common Names
- Orthodontium ruwenzorensis
- Ruwenzorensis Orthodontium
- Ruwenzorensis Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Orthodontium ruwenzorensis (also called Ruwenzori Orthodontium, among many other common names) is a small, green, moss-like plant. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions, and is found in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Orthodontium ruwenzorensis is used as a ground cover in landscaping and to help control erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Orthodontium ruwenzorensis has small, greenish-yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Orthodontium ruwenzorensis is a small, evergreen moss that is native to Africa. It can be propagated by division or from spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Orthodontium ruwenzorensis
Orthodontium ruwenzorensis can be found in the Magellanic region of South America.
Species in the Orthodontium 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
Irénée Thériot (1859-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thér.' in the authors string.
(Georges) Raymond (Léonard) Naveau (1889-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Naveau' in the authors string.
Brian John O'Shea (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O'Shea' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35189655: Based on data supplied by Bryonames