Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
vientianense
ID:
1320896

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.Kato & Fukuoka) Koi & M.Kato

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67: 349 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333350



Common Names

  • Vientiane Hydrobryum
  • Vientiane's Hydrobryum
  • Vientiane's Hydrobryum Plant


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Description

Hydrobryum vientianense (also called Vientiane Hydrobryum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Laos. It has a woody stem and grows up to 30 cm tall. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hydrobryum vientianense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hydrobryum vientianense has a white flower with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydrobryum vientianense is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained, sandy soil and full sun. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and to water regularly. Division is best done in the spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into small clumps and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Hydrobryum vientianense

Hydrobryum vientianense is found in Laos and Vietnam.

Hydrobryum vientianense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydrobryum vientianense?

Hydrobryum vientianense

What is the common name of Hydrobryum vientianense?

Vientiane Hydrobryum

What is the natural habitat of Hydrobryum vientianense?

It is found in moist and shady places in the Himalayas

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,

References

Masahiro Kato (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kato' in the authors string.
Nobuyuki Fukuoka (b.1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fukuoka' in the authors string.
Satoshi Koi (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koi' in the authors string.