Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
holmenii
ID:
1213463

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ando) Ignatov & Ignatova

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Arctoa 11(Supplement 2): 855 2004

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001212801



Common Names

  • Holmenii Stereodon
  • Stereodon Holmenii
  • Stereodon holmenii


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Description

Stereodon holmenii (also called Stereodon holmenii, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Calobryaceae. It is found in the Seychelles Islands of the Indian Ocean. It is found in wet, shaded habitats, usually on soil or on mossy rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Stereodon holmenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion. It is also used in the production of medicines and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stereodon holmenii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stereodon holmenii is an evergreen, cushion-forming liverwort. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, shaded areas with acidic soil. It can be propagated by division of the cushion or by spores.

Where to Find Stereodon holmenii

Stereodon holmenii is native to the Arctic and Subarctic regions of the Northern Hemisphere.

References

Mikhail Stanislavovich Ignatov (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ignatov' in the authors string.
Elena Anatol'evna Ignatova (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ignatova' in the authors string.
Hisatsugu Ando (1922-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ando' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35215432: Based on data supplied by Bryonames