Catagoniopsis berteroana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
berteroana
ID:
1180719
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mont.) Broth.
Source:
tro
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. I(3): 1162 1909
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001180057
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Catagoniopsis berteroana (also called Catagonium berteroana, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It is a small, tufted moss with short, erect stems and small, ovate leaves. It is found growing on rocks and tree trunks in humid, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Catagonium brasiliense can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Catagoniopsis berteroana has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Catagoniopsis berteroana can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring or summer. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Catagoniopsis berteroana
Catagoniopsis berteroana can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Catagoniopsis berteroana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Catagoniopsis berteroana?
Catagoniopsis berteroana
What is the common name of Catagoniopsis berteroana?
Unknown
What type of plant is Catagoniopsis berteroana?
Herb
Species in the Catagoniopsis genus
Species in the Stereophyllaceae family
Catagoniopsis berteroana, Entodontopsis contorte-operculata, Entodontopsis radicalis, Entodontopsis leucostega, Entodontopsis nitens, Entodontopsis anceps, Entodontopsis angustiretis, Entodontopsis mexicana, Entodontopsis pygmaea, Entodontopsis rhynchostegioides, Entodontopsis rufescens, Entodontopsis sedgwickii, Entodontopsis setschwanica, Entodontopsis tavoyensis, Entodontopsis tenuinervis, Entodontopsis wightii, Entodontopsis cultelliformis, Juratzkaea indica, Juratzkaea seminervis, Juratzkaea argentinica, Juratzkaea incisa, Pilosium chlorophyllum, Sciuroleskea mittenii, Sciuroleskea xanthophylla, Stenocarpidium leucodon, Stereophyllum andungense, Stereophyllum aptychopsis, Stereophyllum bremondii, Stereophyllum cataractarum, Stereophyllum jamaicense, Stereophyllum laxirete, Stereophyllum lepidopiloides, Stereophyllum leucothallum, Stereophyllum macrocarpum, Stereophyllum radiculosum, Stereophyllum subacuminatum, Stereophyllum vitiense, Stereophyllum favaroi, Stereophyllum acutum,
References
Camille Montagne (1784-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mont.' in the authors string.
Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35156888: Based on data supplied by Bryonames