Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
fabroniopsis
ID:
1175258

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll. Hal. ex Renauld

Source:
tro

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Bryol. Madagascar 220 1898

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001174596

Common Names

  • Helicodontium fabroniopsis
  • Fabroniopsis Moss
  • Moss of the Fabroniopsis

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Description

Helicodontium fabroniopsis (also called 'Fabroniopsis Helicodontium', among many other common names) is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a small moss with a creeping habit, and its leaves are lanceolate and have a distinct midrib. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Helicodontium fabroniopsis is used as a decorative plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helicodontium fabroniopsis has small yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helicodontium fabroniopsis can be propagated by division of the plant or by spores. It prefers moist, shady environments and prefers to be grown in a soil that is rich in organic matter. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Helicodontium fabroniopsis

Helicodontium fabroniopsis can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America

Helicodontium fabroniopsis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helicodontium fabroniopsis?

Helicodontium fabroniopsis

What type of plant is Helicodontium fabroniopsis?

Moss

What is the habitat of Helicodontium fabroniopsis?

It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands and forests

Species in the Brachytheciaceae family

Aerobryum speciosum, Aerobryum brevicuspis, Aerolindigia capillacea, Brachytheciastrum delicatulum, Brachytheciastrum collinum, Brachytheciastrum dieckei, Brachytheciastrum falcatulum, Brachytheciastrum kashmirense, Brachytheciastrum leibergii, Brachytheciastrum microcollinum, Brachytheciastrum paradoxum, Brachytheciastrum trachypodium, Brachytheciastrum velutinum, Brachytheciastrum fendleri, Brachytheciastrum olympicum, Brachytheciastrum leiopodium, Brachytheciastrum salicinum, Brachytheciastrum umbilicatum, Brachytheciella stolonifera, Brachythecium tortipilum, Brachythecium dahuricum, Brachythecium irinae, Brachythecium jacuticum, Brachythecium chakratense, Brachythecium garhwalense, Brachythecium acuminatum, Brachythecium afroglareosum, Brachythecium albicans, Brachythecium asperrimum, Brachythecium auriculatum, Brachythecium austroglareosum, Brachythecium austrosalebrosum, Brachythecium bellii, Brachythecium bodinieri, Brachythecium borgenii, Brachythecium brachycarpum, Brachythecium brachycladum, Brachythecium buchananii, Brachythecium calliergonoides, Brachythecium campestre, Brachythecium camptothecioides, Brachythecium campylothallum, Brachythecium caucasicum, Brachythecium cavifolium, Brachythecium chauvetii, Brachythecium chocayae, Brachythecium cirrosum, Brachythecium complanatum, Brachythecium comtifolium, Brachythecium conostomum,

References

Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35148539: Based on data supplied by Bryonames