Status:
valid
Authors:
Müll. Hal. ex Broth.
Source:
tro
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Ergebn. Bot. Exped. Südbras., Musci 336 1924
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001190985
Common Names
- Vivicola Stereodon
- Vivicola's Stereodon
- Stereodon Vivicola
Uses & Benefits
Stereodon vivicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stereodon vivicola is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, slender stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Stereodon vivicola: Stereodon vivicola is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken in the summer and planted in a pot with a moist soil mixture. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny spot and watered regularly.
Where to Find Stereodon vivicola
Stereodon vivicola can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Stereodon vivicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stereodon vivicola?
Stereodon vivicola
What is the common name of Stereodon vivicola?
Vivicola Stereodon
What type of plant is Stereodon vivicola?
Moss
Species in the Stereodon genus
Stereodon erectiusculus,
Stereodon subhamulosus,
Stereodon subimponens,
Stereodon hamulosus,
Stereodon holmenii,
Stereodon vivicola,
Stereodon lilliei,
Stereodon bipinnatus,
Stereodon aemulans,
Stereodon callichrous,
Stereodon pratensis,
Species in the Stereodontaceae family
Stereodon erectiusculus,
Stereodon subhamulosus,
Stereodon subimponens,
Stereodon hamulosus,
Stereodon holmenii,
Stereodon vivicola,
Stereodon lilliei,
Stereodon bipinnatus,
Stereodon aemulans,
Stereodon callichrous,
Stereodon pratensis,