Ulota streptodon - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthotrichales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
streptodon
ID:
1536316
Status:
valid
Authors:
Garilleti, Mazimpaka & F. Lara
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
The Bryologist. 115(4): 594. 2012
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019230
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ulota streptodon (also called Streptodon Ulota, among many other common names) is a species of moss native to East Asia, including Japan, Korea, and China. It is a small, tufted moss with a yellow-green to brown-green color. It typically grows in moist, shady places, such as in forests, along streams, and in wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Ulota streptodon is used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control. It is also used in landscaping and horticulture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ulota streptodon has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a long stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ulota streptodon is a species of moss that is native to North America. It is an evergreen, perennial species that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or from spores. It prefers a slightly acidic soil and should be kept moist but not wet. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Ulota streptodon
Ulota streptodon can be found in moist to wet soils, on rocks, and in mossy forests in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Ulota streptodon FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ulota streptodon?
Ulota streptodon
What type of plant is Ulota streptodon?
Moss
Where is Ulota streptodon found?
North America
Species in the Ulota genus
Ulota yunnanensis, Ulota gigantospora, Ulota angusti-limbata, Ulota angustissima, Ulota coarctata, Ulota cochleata, Ulota crispa, Ulota curvifolia, Ulota drummondii, Ulota ecklonii, Ulota eurystoma, Ulota fuegiana, Ulota fulva, Ulota germana, Ulota glabella, Ulota hutchinsiae, Ulota intermedia, Ulota japonica, Ulota lutea, Ulota luteola, Ulota macrocalycina, Ulota macrodontia, Ulota magellanica, Ulota megalospora, Ulota membranata, Ulota morrisonensis, Ulota novo-guinensis, Ulota obtusiuscula, Ulota perbreviseta, Ulota phyllanthoides, Ulota pusilla, Ulota pycnophylla, Ulota rehmannii, Ulota reptans, Ulota robusta, Ulota rubella, Ulota schmidii, Ulota splendida, Ulota ventricosa, Ulota viridis, Ulota yakushimensis, Ulota perichaetialis, Ulota gymnostoma, Ulota rhytiore, Ulota longifolia, Ulota macrospora, Ulota barclayi, Ulota bruchii, Ulota crispula, Ulota larrainii,
Species in the Orthotrichaceae family
Cardotiella appendiculata, Cardotiella quinquefaria, Cardotiella renauldii, Cardotiella secunda, Cardotiella subappendiculata, Cardotiella elimbata, Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa, Desmotheca apiculata, Desmotheca brachiata, Florschuetziella steerei, Florschuetziella scaberrima, Groutiella tumidula, Groutiella chimborazensis, Groutiella apiculata, Groutiella husnotii, Groutiella macrorrhyncha, Groutiella mucronifolia, Groutiella subgoniorrhyncha, Groutiella thraustophylla, Groutiella tomentosa, Groutiella wagneriana, Groutiella obtusa, Groutiella maracaibensis, Groutiella reesei, Groutiella tuberculata, Leiomitrium plicatum, Leratia neocaledonica, Leratia obtusifolia, Leratia exigua, Macrocoma tenuis, Macrocoma orthotrichoides, Macrocoma abyssinica, Macrocoma brasiliensis, Macrocoma iwatsukii, Macrocoma frigida, Macrocoma gastonyi, Macrocoma lycopodioides, Macrocoma pulchella, Macromitrium chloromitrium, Macromitrium perreflexum, Macromitrium onraedtii, Macromitrium sharpii, Macromitrium lomasense, Macromitrium fusco-aureum, Macromitrium galipense, Macromitrium gigasporum, Macromitrium glabratum, Macromitrium globirameum, Macromitrium gracile, Macromitrium greenmanii,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100384718: Based on data supplied by Bryonames