Pseudoblindia robusta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robusta
ID:
1534079
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hampe) Fedosov, M. Stech & Ignatov
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Botanical Journal of the Linnean Society. 195(4): 561. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017870
Common Names
- Pseudoblindia robusta
- Robusta Pseudoblindia
- Robusta Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pseudoblindia robusta (also called Robust Pseudoblindia, 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
Pseudoblindia robusta has been used for its medicinal properties in traditional Chinese medicine. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as its flowers are attractive and fragrant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseudoblindia robusta has small white flowers, with a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pseudoblindia robusta can be propagated by division or by spore. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to water it regularly and fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a month.
Where to Find Pseudoblindia robusta
Pseudoblindia robusta can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, at altitudes of 2,500-4,500 m.
Pseudoblindia robusta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudoblindia robusta?
Pseudoblindia robusta
What type of plant is Pseudoblindia robusta?
Moss
Where is Pseudoblindia robusta found?
Asia
Species in the Pseudoblindia 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: 100513655: Based on data supplied by Bryonames