Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
angustiretis
ID:
1195517

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Broth.) W.R. Buck & Ireland

Source:
tro

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Nova Hedwigia 41: 103 1985

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194855

Common Names

  • Entodontopsis angustiretis
  • Narrow-toothed Moss
  • Angustiretis Moss

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Description

Entodontopsis angustiretis (also called Narrow-toothed Entodontopsis, among many other common names) is a species of moss native to Mexico. It is a small, tufted plant with a yellowish-green colour and a short stem. It grows in moist, shady areas, usually in high altitude regions.

Uses & Benefits

Entodontopsis angustiretis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Entodontopsis angustiretis has small, yellow-green flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Where to Find Entodontopsis angustiretis

Entodontopsis angustiretis can be found in moist, shady areas in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Entodontopsis angustiretis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Entodontopsis angustiretis?

Entodontopsis angustiretis

What type of plant is Entodontopsis angustiretis?

Entodontopsis angustiretis is a species of moss.

Where is Entodontopsis angustiretis found?

Entodontopsis angustiretis is found in Central and South America.

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

William Russel Buck (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Buck' 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: 35182882: Based on data supplied by Bryonames