Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
latifolia
ID:
1147259

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.G. Griffin, Gradst. & J. Aguirre

Source:
tro

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. 31: 175. f. 1–3 1982

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001146597

Common Names

  • Dendrocryphaea Latifolia
  • Latifolia Dendrocryphaea
  • Broad-leaved Dendrocryphaea

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Description

Dendrocryphaea latifolia (also called Broad-Leaved Dendrocryphaea, among many other common names) is a small, tufted moss with a reddish-brown stem and yellowish-green leaves. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrocryphaea latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to reduce soil erosion and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dendrocryphaea latifolia are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are black and round, and the seedlings are thin and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrocryphaea latifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade and can tolerate drought. It is best grown in a sunny position in moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Dendrocryphaea latifolia

Dendrocryphaea latifolia can be found in India.

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

Stephan Robbert Gradstein (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gradst.' in the authors string.
Dana Gove Griffin (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.G.Griffin' in the authors string.
Jaime Aguirre (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Aguirre' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35100055: Based on data supplied by Bryonames