Harrimanella hypnoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hypnoides
ID:
716544
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Coville
Source:
cmp
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Proc. Wash. Acad. Sci. 3: 575, fig. 66. 1901
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715877
Common Names
- Harrimanella hypnoides
- Hypnoides Harrimanella
- Sleepy Harrimanella
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- Cassiope hypnoides (L.) D.Don [valid]
Description
Harrimanella hypnoides (also called Hypno Harrimanella, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb, growing up to 10 cm in height. It is native to Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands, and is found in rainforests, monsoon forests, and dry sclerophyll forests.
Uses & Benefits
Harrimanella hypnoides has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make a yellow dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Harrimanella hypnoides are white and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.
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Harrimanella hypnoides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. For cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early fall and place them in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they are well-rooted.
Where to Find Harrimanella hypnoides
Harrimanella hypnoides is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.
Harrimanella hypnoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Harrimanella hypnoides?
Harrimanella hypnoides
What is the common name of Harrimanella hypnoides?
Hypnum Moss
What type of plant is Harrimanella hypnoides?
Non-flowering plant
Species in the Harrimanella genus
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Frederick Vernon Coville (1867-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coville' in the authors string.