Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnodendrales
Genus:
Species:
penzigii
ID:
1172959

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll. Hal. ex Brizi

Source:
tro

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Malpighia 7: 295 1893

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001172297



Common Names

  • Racopilum penzigii
  • Penzigii Moss
  • Forked Haircap Moss


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Description

Racopilum penzigii (also called Penzig's Racopilum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is an evergreen, perennial herb with a creeping habit and is native to tropical Africa. It grows in shady, moist habitats, such as in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Racopilum penzigii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Racopilum penzigii has white flowers with a yellow center. Seed: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and green with white veins.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Racopilum penzigii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix, and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-drained, light soil mix.

Where to Find Racopilum penzigii

Racopilum penzigii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Racopilum penzigii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Racopilum penzigii?

Racopilum penzigii

What type of plant is Racopilum penzigii?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where is Racopilum penzigii found?

It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Species in the Racopilum genus

Racopilum africanum, Racopilum angustistipulaceum, Racopilum ayresii, Racopilum brevipes, Racopilum buettneri, Racopilum capense, Racopilum cardotii, Racopilum chevalieri, Racopilum crassicuspidatum, Racopilum cuspidigerum, Racopilum fernandezianum, Racopilum gracile, Racopilum gracillimum, Racopilum intermedium, Racopilum laxirete, Racopilum leptocarpum, Racopilum leptotapes, Racopilum macrocarpum, Racopilum madagassum, Racopilum magnirete, Racopilum marginatum, Racopilum mauritianum, Racopilum microdictyon, Racopilum microides, Racopilum mougeotianum, Racopilum naumannii, Racopilum orthocarpioides, Racopilum orthocarpum, Racopilum pectinatum, Racopilum penzigii, Racopilum perrieri, Racopilum plicatum, Racopilum polythrincium, Racopilum robustum, Racopilum spectabile, Racopilum strumiferum, Racopilum thomeanum, Racopilum tomentosum, Racopilum ugandae, Racopilum verrucosum, Racopilum squarrifolium, Racopilum niutense, Racopilum tubiforme,

Species in the Racopilaceae family

Powellia involutifolia, Powelliopsis subelimbata, Powelliopsis integra, Powelliopsis pocsii, Powelliopsis elliptica, Racopilum africanum, Racopilum angustistipulaceum, Racopilum ayresii, Racopilum brevipes, Racopilum buettneri, Racopilum capense, Racopilum cardotii, Racopilum chevalieri, Racopilum crassicuspidatum, Racopilum cuspidigerum, Racopilum fernandezianum, Racopilum gracile, Racopilum gracillimum, Racopilum intermedium, Racopilum laxirete, Racopilum leptocarpum, Racopilum leptotapes, Racopilum macrocarpum, Racopilum madagassum, Racopilum magnirete, Racopilum marginatum, Racopilum mauritianum, Racopilum microdictyon, Racopilum microides, Racopilum mougeotianum, Racopilum naumannii, Racopilum orthocarpioides, Racopilum orthocarpum, Racopilum pectinatum, Racopilum penzigii, Racopilum perrieri, Racopilum plicatum, Racopilum polythrincium, Racopilum robustum, Racopilum spectabile, Racopilum strumiferum, Racopilum thomeanum, Racopilum tomentosum, Racopilum ugandae, Racopilum verrucosum, Racopilum squarrifolium, Racopilum niutense, Racopilum tubiforme, Timokoponenia parvula,

References

Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
Ugo Brizi (1868-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brizi' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35144944: Based on data supplied by Bryonames