Archidium birmannicum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Archidiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
birmannicum
ID:
1192812
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mitt. ex Dixon
Source:
tro
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
J. Indian Bot. 2: 175. 1 1921
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001192150
Common Names
- Birmannicum Archidium
- Archidium birmannicum
- African Archidium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Archidium birmannicum (also called Birman Moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a small, tufted plant with short, narrow leaves and a reddish-brown stem. It grows in moist, shady areas such as forests, woodlands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Archidium birmannicum is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating digestive ailments, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Archidium birmannicum is small and white with yellow anthers. The seed is small and round with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and delicate with thin stems and small leaves.
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Archidium birmannicum can be cultivated and propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest and most common way to propagate this plant. The plant can be divided in the spring or fall. Seeds can be sown in the spring in a light, well-drained soil. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Archidium birmannicum
Archidium birmannicum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Archidium birmannicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Archidium birmannicum?
Archidium birmannicum
What is the common name of Archidium birmannicum?
Birmannicum Moss
What is the habitat of Archidium birmannicum?
Damp, shady areas
Species in the Archidium genus
Archidium acanthophyllum, Archidium acauloides, Archidium andersonianum, Archidium dinteri, Archidium minus, Archidium muellerianum, Archidium clavatum, Archidium stellatum, Archidium alternifolium, Archidium amplexicaule, Archidium birmannicum, Archidium brevinerve, Archidium capense, Archidium cubense, Archidium donnellii, Archidium elatum, Archidium hallii, Archidium indicum, Archidium johannis-negrii, Archidium julaceum, Archidium julicaule, Archidium laterale, Archidium laxirete, Archidium microthecium, Archidium ohioense, Archidium rehmannii, Archidium rothii, Archidium subulatum, Archidium tenerrimum, Archidium minutissimum, Archidium thalliferum, Archidium wattsii, Archidium yunnanense, Archidium clarksonianum, Archidium crassicostatum, Archidium oblongifolium,
Species in the Archidiaceae family
Archidium acanthophyllum, Archidium acauloides, Archidium andersonianum, Archidium dinteri, Archidium minus, Archidium muellerianum, Archidium clavatum, Archidium stellatum, Archidium alternifolium, Archidium amplexicaule, Archidium birmannicum, Archidium brevinerve, Archidium capense, Archidium cubense, Archidium donnellii, Archidium elatum, Archidium hallii, Archidium indicum, Archidium johannis-negrii, Archidium julaceum, Archidium julicaule, Archidium laterale, Archidium laxirete, Archidium microthecium, Archidium ohioense, Archidium rehmannii, Archidium rothii, Archidium subulatum, Archidium tenerrimum, Archidium minutissimum, Archidium thalliferum, Archidium wattsii, Archidium yunnanense, Archidium clarksonianum, Archidium crassicostatum, Archidium oblongifolium,
References
William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
Hugh Neville Dixon (1861-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dixon' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35178935: Based on data supplied by Bryonames