Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
himalayanus
ID:
1204748

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ochyra) T.Y. Chiang

Source:
tro

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Bot. Bull. Acad. Sin. 39: 135 1998

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001204086

Common Names

  • Pseudopleuropus Himalayanus
  • Himalayanus Moss
  • Himalayanus Pseudopleuropus

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Description

Pseudopleuropus himalayanus (also called 'Himalayan False Bird's-nest Moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Himalayas. It is a small, yellow-green moss that grows in tufts and forms cushions on rocks, tree trunks, and soil. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudopleuropus himalayanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used to stabilize soils on slopes and in wetlands.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudopleuropus himalayanus is a small yellow cup-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small black seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, round, and green with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudopleuropus himalayanus is a small, evergreen fern native to the Himalayas. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division or by spores. Division is best done in spring or early summer. Spores can be collected in late summer or early autumn and sown on a moist, sterile medium.

Where to Find Pseudopleuropus himalayanus

Pseudopleuropus himalayanus can be found in the Himalayas.

Pseudopleuropus himalayanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudopleuropus himalayanus?

Pseudopleuropus himalayanus

What is the family of Pseudopleuropus himalayanus?

Pleuroziaceae

What is the habitat of Pseudopleuropus himalayanus?

Tropical and subtropical 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

Ryszard Ochyra (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ochyra' in the authors string.
Tzen Yuh Chiang (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Y.Chiang' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35203780: Based on data supplied by Bryonames