Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Cusset
Source:
cmp
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 14: 50 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650149
Common Names
- Diplobryum Moss
- Forked Moss
- Forked Haircap Moss
Description
Diplobryum ramosum (also called Branched Diplobryum, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub with bright yellow flowers. It is native to California and grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils. It can be found in coastal scrub and chaparral habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Diplobryum ramosum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract birds and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diplobryum ramosum is yellow and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diplobryum ramosum can be propagated by division or by spores. It is best grown in a moist, shady environment with plenty of organic matter in the soil. It is also tolerant of dry conditions and can be grown in full sun. It is hardy to USDA Zone 5.
Where to Find Diplobryum ramosum
Diplobryum ramosum is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Diplobryum ramosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diplobryum ramosum?
Diplobryum ramosum
What is the common name of Diplobryum ramosum?
Ramosum Diplobryum
What is the natural habitat of Diplobryum ramosum?
Tropical deciduous forest
Species in the Diplobryum genus
Species in the Podostemaceae family
Angolaea fluitans,
Apinagia aripecuruensis,
Apinagia arminensis,
Apinagia batrachifolia,
Apinagia boliviana,
Apinagia brevicaulis,
Apinagia crispa,
Apinagia digitata,
Apinagia dissecta,
Apinagia divaricata,
Apinagia fimbrifolia,
Apinagia flexuosa,
Apinagia fluitans,
Apinagia fucoides,
Apinagia gardneriana,
Apinagia glaziovii,
Apinagia goejei,
Apinagia guairaensis,
Apinagia guyanensis,
Apinagia hulkiana,
Apinagia itanensis,
Apinagia kochii,
Apinagia latifolia,
Apinagia leptophylla,
Apinagia longifolia,
Apinagia marowynensis,
Apinagia membranacea,
Apinagia minor,
Apinagia multibranchiata,
Apinagia parvifolia,
Apinagia petiolata,
Apinagia platystigma,
Apinagia pusilla,
Apinagia rangiferina,
Apinagia richardiana,
Apinagia ruppioides,
Apinagia spruceana,
Apinagia staheliana,
Apinagia surumuensis,
Apinagia tenuifolia,
Apinagia treslingiana,
Apinagia versteegiana,
Apinagia brejoagrestinensis,
Autana andersonii,
Castelnavia noveloi,
Castelnavia cuneifolia,
Castelnavia fimbriata,
Castelnavia fluitans,
Castelnavia lindmaniana,
Castelnavia monandra,