Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Grimmiales
Species:
ericoides
ID:
1212981

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brid.) Bedn.-Ochyra & Ochyra

Source:
tro

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Biodivers. Poland 3: 138 2003

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001212319


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Description

Niphotrichum ericoides (also called 'Cotton-top', among many other common names) is an erect, perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in wet meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Niphotrichum ericoides is used as a source of timber and for making furniture. It is also used as a shade tree and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Niphotrichum ericoides has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, narrow seed capsules. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, reddish stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Niphotrichum ericoides is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Niphotrichum ericoides

Niphotrichum ericoides is found in the tropical montane forests of Central America.

Niphotrichum ericoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Niphotrichum ericoides?

Niphotrichum ericoides

What is the natural habitat of Niphotrichum ericoides?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

What is the lifespan of Niphotrichum ericoides?

1-2 years

Species in the Grimmiaceae family

Bucklandiella shevockii, Bucklandiella allanfifei, Bucklandiella pycnotricha, Bucklandiella elegans, Bucklandiella angustissima, Bucklandiella depressa, Bucklandiella dichelymoides, Bucklandiella subcrispipila, Bucklandiella crumiana, Bucklandiella araucana, Bucklandiella affinis, Bucklandiella afoninae, Bucklandiella albipilifera, Bucklandiella angustifolia, Bucklandiella brevipes, Bucklandiella compactula, Bucklandiella crispipila, Bucklandiella cucullatula, Bucklandiella cucullatifolia, Bucklandiella cylindropyxis, Bucklandiella decurrens, Bucklandiella didyma, Bucklandiella elliptica, Bucklandiella emersa, Bucklandiella fuscescens, Bucklandiella fuscolutea, Bucklandiella gracillima, Bucklandiella grimmioides, Bucklandiella heterosticha, Bucklandiella heterostichoides, Bucklandiella himalayana, Bucklandiella joseph-hookeri, Bucklandiella laeta, Bucklandiella lamprocarpa, Bucklandiella lawtonae, Bucklandiella lepervanchei, Bucklandiella lusitanica, Bucklandiella macounii, Bucklandiella membranacea, Bucklandiella microcarpa, Bucklandiella minuta, Bucklandiella nitidula, Bucklandiella obesa, Bucklandiella obtusa, Bucklandiella occidentalis, Bucklandiella ochracea, Bucklandiella orthotrichacea, Bucklandiella pachydictyon, Bucklandiella vulcanicola, Bucklandiella pacifica,

References

Ryszard Ochyra (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ochyra' in the authors string.
Samuel Elisée Bridel-Brideri (1762-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brid.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35214844: Based on data supplied by Bryonames