Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
ceylonensis
ID:
1537586

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Broth.) H. Akiyama

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Bryophyte Diversity and Evolution. 41(2): 44. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019937



Common Names

  • Ceylon Clastobryellina Moss
  • Clastobryellina Moss
  • Ceylon Moss


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Description

Clastobryellina ceylonensis (also called Ceylonese Clastobryellina, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Hypnaceae. It is characterized by its yellow-green to yellow-brown color, and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate in shape. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Clastobryellina ceylonensis 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 muralis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Clastobryellina ceylonensis 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 Clastobryellina ceylonensis

Clastobryellina ceylonensis is native to Sri Lanka and India.

Clastobryellina ceylonensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clastobryellina ceylonensis?

Clastobryellina ceylonensis

What is the common name of Clastobryellina ceylonensis?

Ceylon Clastobryellina

What is the habitat of Clastobryellina ceylonensis?

Clastobryellina ceylonensis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

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: 100487231: Based on data supplied by Bryonames