Status:
valid
Authors:
Fedosov & Ignatova
Source:
tro
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Arctoa 19: 76 2010
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001040355
Common Names
- Entosthodon
- Dagestanicus
- Dagestanicus Entosthodon
Description
Entosthodon dagestanicus (also called Dagestan entosthodon, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the Entosthodontaceae family. It is native to Russia. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in areas with high humidity and temperatures of 10–30 °C (50–86 °F).
Uses & Benefits
Entosthodon dagestanicus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat inflammation, fever, and headaches. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to reduce the risk of certain types of cancer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Entosthodon dagestanicus flower is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is a small, black, oblong shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Entosthodon dagestanicus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Eastern Europe. It is best grown in full sun to part shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring in a cold frame or greenhouse.
Where to Find Entosthodon dagestanicus
Entosthodon dagestanicus is native to Russia.
Species in the Entosthodon genus
Entosthodon kroonkurk,
Entosthodon abramovae,
Entosthodon dagestanicus,
Entosthodon stenophyllus,
Entosthodon andicola,
Entosthodon angustifolius,
Entosthodon apophysatus,
Entosthodon attenuatus,
Entosthodon balansae,
Entosthodon beccarii,
Entosthodon bergianus,
Entosthodon bolanderi,
Entosthodon bonplandii,
Entosthodon borbonicus,
Entosthodon buseanus,
Entosthodon californicus,
Entosthodon cartilagineus,
Entosthodon chiloensis,
Entosthodon clavatus,
Entosthodon commutatus,
Entosthodon curviapiculatus,
Entosthodon curvipes,
Entosthodon deserticola,
Entosthodon diversinervis,
Entosthodon dixonii,
Entosthodon dozyanus,
Entosthodon drummondii,
Entosthodon duriaei,
Entosthodon fascicularis,
Entosthodon handelii,
Entosthodon hildebrandtii,
Entosthodon hungaricus,
Entosthodon hybridus,
Entosthodon italicus,
Entosthodon jamesonii,
Entosthodon kochii,
Entosthodon laxus,
Entosthodon lepervanchei,
Entosthodon limbatus,
Entosthodon lindigii,
Entosthodon marginatulus,
Entosthodon mathewsii,
Entosthodon mouretii,
Entosthodon obtusifolius,
Entosthodon obtusus,
Entosthodon perrottetii,
Entosthodon physcomitrioides,
Entosthodon pilifer,
Entosthodon plagiothecius,
Entosthodon planifolius,
Species in the Funariaceae family
Brachymeniopsis gymnostoma,
Bryobeckettia bartlettii,
Clavitheca poeltii,
Cygnicollum immersum,
Entosthodon kroonkurk,
Entosthodon abramovae,
Entosthodon dagestanicus,
Entosthodon stenophyllus,
Entosthodon andicola,
Entosthodon angustifolius,
Entosthodon apophysatus,
Entosthodon attenuatus,
Entosthodon balansae,
Entosthodon beccarii,
Entosthodon bergianus,
Entosthodon bolanderi,
Entosthodon bonplandii,
Entosthodon borbonicus,
Entosthodon buseanus,
Entosthodon californicus,
Entosthodon cartilagineus,
Entosthodon chiloensis,
Entosthodon clavatus,
Entosthodon commutatus,
Entosthodon curviapiculatus,
Entosthodon curvipes,
Entosthodon deserticola,
Entosthodon diversinervis,
Entosthodon dixonii,
Entosthodon dozyanus,
Entosthodon drummondii,
Entosthodon duriaei,
Entosthodon fascicularis,
Entosthodon handelii,
Entosthodon hildebrandtii,
Entosthodon hungaricus,
Entosthodon hybridus,
Entosthodon italicus,
Entosthodon jamesonii,
Entosthodon kochii,
Entosthodon laxus,
Entosthodon lepervanchei,
Entosthodon limbatus,
Entosthodon lindigii,
Entosthodon marginatulus,
Entosthodon mathewsii,
Entosthodon mouretii,
Entosthodon obtusifolius,
Entosthodon obtusus,
Entosthodon perrottetii,