Oncophorus integerrimus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
integerrimus
ID:
1534065
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hedenäs
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
European Journal of Taxonomy. 315: 26. 2017
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017861
Common Names
- Oncophorus integerrimus
- Integerrimus Oncophorus
- Integerrimus Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Oncophorus integerrimus (also called Sharp-Toothed Oncophorus, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, tufted plant with short, erect stems and small, ovate-lanceolate leaves. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in damp, shady places such as woods, meadows, and stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Oncophorus integerrimus has been used as a decorative plant in aquariums and terrariums, and as a food source for fish, amphibians, and reptiles. It can also be used as a natural fertilizer in gardens and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oncophorus integerrimus has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Cultivation and propagation of Oncophorus integerrimus is best done through division of the plant. The plant can be divided in spring or autumn. The divided parts should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in partial shade. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Propagation can also be done through spore sowing, which should be done in spring or autumn. The spores should be sown on a moist, well-drained soil and kept in partial shade.
Where to Find Oncophorus integerrimus
Oncophorus integerrimus can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, at altitudes of 2,500-4,500 m.
Oncophorus integerrimus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oncophorus integerrimus?
Oncophorus integerrimus
What type of plant is Oncophorus integerrimus?
Moss
Where is Oncophorus integerrimus found?
Tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Oncophorus genus
Species in the Rhabdoweisiaceae family
Camptodontium cryptodon, Cynodontium asperifolium, Cynodontium bruntonii, Cynodontium crassirete, Cynodontium fallax, Cynodontium gracilescens, Cynodontium jenneri, Cynodontium polycarpum, Cynodontium strumiferum, Cynodontium strumulosum, Cynodontium suecicum, Cynodontium tanganyikae, Cynodontium tenellum, Cynodontium guatemalense, Cynodontium mexicanum, Cynodontium sinensifugax, Cynodontium serrulatum, Cynodontium brasiliense, Cynodontium brevidens, Cynodontium brevifolium, Cynodontium chilense, Cynodontium delgadilloi, Cynodontium erosum, Cynodontium hydrogonioides, Cynodontium laxifolium, Cynodontium laxirete, Cynodontium peruvianum, Cynodontium robinsonii, Cynodontium setschwanicum, Cynodontium subintegrum, Cynodontium tunariense, Cynodontium weisioides, Dicranoweisia africana, Dicranoweisia cirrata, Dicranoweisia microcarpa, Dicranoweisia falcifolia, Dicranoweisia tortelloides, Eucamptodon perichaetialis, Oncophorus virens, Oncophorus gracilentus, Oncophorus integerrimus, Arctoa schistioides, Arctoa anderssonii, Arctoa fulvella, Arctoa hyperborea, Arctoa blyttii, Arctoa starkei, Arctoa glacialis, Arctoa pumila, Arctoa spenceri,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100452124: Based on data supplied by Bryonames