Brotherella brasiliensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
1537584
Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.A. Crum) H.A. Crum
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
The Bryologist. 88: 28. 1985
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019935
Common Names
- Brazilian Brotherella Moss
- Brotherella Moss
- Brazilian Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brotherella brasiliensis (also called 'Brotherella', among many other common names) is a small moss species that is found in South America. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a short stem and small leaves. It is native to Brazil and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Brotherella brasiliensis is used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens and landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stereodon mnioides has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brotherella brasiliensis can be propagated by division of the clumps. The soil should be kept moist and well-drained. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best to fertilize the plant once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Brotherella brasiliensis
Brotherella brasiliensis is found in Brazil.
Brotherella brasiliensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brotherella brasiliensis?
Brotherella brasiliensis
What is the common name of Brotherella brasiliensis?
Brazilian Brotherella
What is the habitat of Brotherella brasiliensis?
Brotherella brasiliensis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.
Species in the Brotherella genus
Brotherella complanata, Brotherella coreana, Brotherella curvirostris, Brotherella deplanatula, Brotherella erythrocaulis, Brotherella falcata, Brotherella fauriei, Brotherella filiformis, Brotherella henonii, Brotherella longipes, Brotherella lorentziana, Brotherella luzonensis, Brotherella mercieri, Brotherella nictans, Brotherella propinqua, Brotherella recurvans, Brotherella subarcuata, Brotherella yokohamae, Brotherella canadensis, Brotherella cuspidata, Brotherella opaeodon, Brotherella brasiliensis,
Species in the Pylaisiadelphaceae family
Gammiella pterogonioides, Gammiella koningsbergeri, Gammiella panchienii, Hageniella assamica, Hageniella isopterygioides, Hageniella sikkimensis, Hageniella micans, Isopterygium affusum, Isopterygium albescens, Isopterygium ambreanum, Isopterygium annamense, Isopterygium antsihanakense, Isopterygium antunesii, Isopterygium applanatum, Isopterygium aquaticum, Isopterygium argillicola, Isopterygium argyroleucum, Isopterygium assamicum, Isopterygium asymmetricum, Isopterygium austrodenticulatum, Isopterygium bancanum, Isopterygium battakense, Isopterygium baurii, Isopterygium borneense, Isopterygium brevicuspis, Isopterygium brevisetum, Isopterygium brownii, Isopterygium byssaceum, Isopterygium byssobolax, Isopterygium candidulum, Isopterygium chalarophyllum, Isopterygium chryseolum, Isopterygium citrinellum, Isopterygium clerophilum, Isopterygium combae, Isopterygium complanatulum, Isopterygium conangium, Isopterygium congoanum, Isopterygium courtoisii, Isopterygium cratericola, Isopterygium dewevrei, Isopterygium elodes, Isopterygium exiguum, Isopterygium exile, Isopterygium fallax, Isopterygium filamentosum, Isopterygium fissum, Isopterygium fruticola, Isopterygium gabonense, Isopterygium gibbosulum,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35183214: Based on data supplied by Bryonames