Afrothamnium stipitatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stipitatum
ID:
1537982
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mitt.) Enroth
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
The Bryologist. 122(2): 224. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020208
Common Names
- Afrothamnium stipitatum
- Stalked Afrothamnium
- Stalked Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Afrothamnium stipitatum (also called Afrothamnium stipitatum, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a yellowish-green color and a prostrate growth habit. It is found growing in moist, shady areas, often on the ground or on rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Afrothamnium stipitatum has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Afrothamnium stipitatum is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a rough surface. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, thin stem.
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Afrothamnium stipitatum is a fern that can be propagated from spores. The spores should be collected and sown on a moist, well-draining soil mix. The spores should be kept moist and in a shady area until they are established.
Where to Find Afrothamnium stipitatum
Afrothamnium stipitatum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Afrothamnium stipitatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Afrothamnium stipitatum?
Afrothamnium stipitatum
What is the common name of Afrothamnium stipitatum?
Unknown
Where is Afrothamnium stipitatum found?
Tropical Africa
Species in the Afrothamnium genus
Species in the Orthostichellaceae family
Dixonia orientalis, Orthostichella hexasticha, Orthostichella pandurifolia, Orthostichella versicolor, Orthostichella capillicaulis, Orthostichella longinervis, Orthostichella muelleri, Orthostichella pachygastrella, Orthostichella rigida, Orthostichella welwitschii, Afrothamnium stipitatum, Deslooveria dentata, Deslooveria quintasii, Deslooveria saotomensis, Deslooveria usagara, Deslooveria variifolioides, Pinnatidendron piniforme, Scabrellifolium elongatum, Scabrellifolium substriatum,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100479324: Based on data supplied by Bryonames