Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
riparia
ID:
1534082

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H. Lindb.) Fedosov, M. Stech & Ignatov

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Botanical Journal of the Linnean Society. 195(4): 561. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017872



Common Names

  • Ripariella riparia
  • Riparia Ripariella
  • Riparia Moss


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Description

Ripariella riparia (also called Riverbank Ripariella, 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

Ripariella riparia 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

Ripariella riparia 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Ripariella riparia 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 Ripariella riparia

Ripariella riparia can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, at altitudes of 2,500-4,500 m.

Ripariella riparia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ripariella riparia?

Ripariella riparia

What type of plant is Ripariella riparia?

Moss

Where is Ripariella riparia found?

Asia

Species in the Ripariella 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: 100513660: Based on data supplied by Bryonames