Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
nitens
ID:
1195308

Status:
valid

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

Source:
tro

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Nova Hedwigia 41: 104 1985

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194646



Common Names

  • Entodontopsis nitens
  • Nitens Entodontopsis
  • Entodontopsis Moss


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Uses & Benefits

Entodontopsis nitens is used as a soil stabilizer in gardens and landscaping, and is also used in erosion control and for water filtration.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Entodontopsis nitens has small, white flowers with a single pistil and three stamens. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Entodontopsis nitens is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a terrestrial plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil and kept at a temperature of 18-24°C. The plants should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly. They can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Entodontopsis nitens

Entodontopsis nitens can be found in South America.

Entodontopsis nitens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Entodontopsis nitens?

Entodontopsis nitens

What is the common name of Entodontopsis nitens?

Shiny Entodontopsis

What type of plant is Entodontopsis nitens?

Moss

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 Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
William Russel Buck (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Buck' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35182629: Based on data supplied by Bryonames