Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
dilatatus
ID:
1182419

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook. f. & Wilson) Paris & Schimp.

Source:
tro

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 55: 285 1914

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001181757

Common Names

  • Cyptodon dilatatus
  • Dilatatus Cyptodon
  • Dilatatus Moss

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Description

Cyptodon dilatatus (also called Dilatatus Cyptodon, among many other common names) is a small moss species found in the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China. It is a tufted moss with small, ovate-lanceolate leaves, and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cyptodon dilatatus has been used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It can also be used in aquariums as a substrate for aquatic plants.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyptodon dilatatus has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyptodon dilatatus is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows in clumps. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division in spring or early summer. The plant can also be propagated from seed, although it may take up to two years for the seedlings to reach maturity.

Where to Find Cyptodon dilatatus

Cyptodon dilatatus is found in Europe and North Africa.

Species in the Cryphaeaceae family

Cryphaea acuminata, Cryphaea apiculata, Cryphaea attenuata, Cryphaea brevipila, Cryphaea chlorophyllosa, Cryphaea consimilis, Cryphaea filiformis, Cryphaea furcinervis, Cryphaea glomerata, Cryphaea heteromalla, Cryphaea hygrophila, Cryphaea jamesonii, Cryphaea lorentziana, Cryphaea nervosa, Cryphaea obovatocarpa, Cryphaea orizabae, Cryphaea ovalifolia, Cryphaea parvula, Cryphaea patens, Cryphaea pilifera, Cryphaea protensa, Cryphaea raddiana, Cryphaea ragazzii, Cryphaea ramosa, Cryphaea rhacomitrioides, Cryphaea rutenbergii, Cryphaea tenella, Cryphaea clandestina, Cryphaea amurensis, Cryphaea songpanensis, Cryphaea lanceolata, Cryphaea omeiensis, Cryphaeophilum molle, Cyptodon dilatatus, Cyptodon fasciculatus, Cyptodon gracilis, Cyptodon muelleri, Cyptodontopsis leveillei, Dendrocryphaea latifolia, Dendrocryphaea cuspidata, Dendrocryphaea gorveana, Dendrocryphaea lechleri, Dendrocryphaea tasmanica, Dendrocryphaea crassinervis, Dendrocryphaea lamyana, Dendropogonella rufescens, Monocryphaea ravenelii, Pilotrichopsis dentata, Pilotrichopsis ferruginea, Pilotrichopsis robusta,

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Philippe Schimper (1808-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schimp.' in the authors string.
William Wilson (1799-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilson' in the authors string.
Jean Édouard Gabriel Narcisse Paris (1827-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paris' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35159396: Based on data supplied by Bryonames