Hypnodontopsis mexicana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mexicana
ID:
1186933
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Thér.) H. Rob.
Source:
tro
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Bryologist 67: 449 1964
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001186271
Common Names
- Hypnodontopsis Mexicana
- Mexicana Moss
- Mexicana Hypnodontopsis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesUses & Benefits
Hypnodontopsis mexicana has been used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a food source. It is also used for erosion control and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hypnodontopsis mexicana has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, long leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hypnodontopsis mexicana is a slow-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny position. Division of the rhizomes should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be watered regularly during the growing season and kept dry in winter.
Where to Find Hypnodontopsis mexicana
Hypnodontopsis mexicana is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, Australia, and South America.
Hypnodontopsis mexicana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypnodontopsis mexicana?
Hypnodontopsis mexicana
What is the common name of Hypnodontopsis mexicana?
Unknown
What is the habitat of Hypnodontopsis mexicana?
Unknown
Species in the Hypnodontopsis genus
Species in the Rhachitheciaceae family
Hypnodontopsis mexicana, Hypnodontopsis apiculatus, Hypnodontopsis fossilis, Hypnodontopsis confertus, Hypnodontopsis spathulata, Hypnodontopsis pilifera, Hypnodontopsis casparyi, Hypnodontopsis lingulata, Jonesiobryum cerradense, Jonesiobryum sphaerocarpum, Jonesiobryum termitarum, Jonesiobryum dumboi, Rhachithecium nipponicum, Rhachithecium papillosum, Rhachithecium perpusillum, Rhachithecium welwitschii, Tisserantiella pulchella, Tisserantiella minutissima, Ulea palmicola, Ulea yesensis, Ulea paraguensis, Zanderia octoblepharis, Rhachitheciopsis tisserantii,
References
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Irénée Thériot (1859-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thér.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35168330: Based on data supplied by Bryonames