Acritodon nephophilus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
H. Rob.
Source:
tro
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Bryologist 67: 452. f. 28–32 1964
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001186274
Common Names
- Acritodon Nephophilus
- Nephophilus Moss
- Nephophilus Acritodon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesUses & Benefits
Acritodon nephophilus has been used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a food source. It is also used for erosion control and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acritodon nephophilus has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, long leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acritodon nephophilus is a slow-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny position. Division of the rhizomes should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be watered regularly during the growing season and kept dry in winter.
Where to Find Acritodon nephophilus
Acritodon nephophilus is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, Australia, and South America.
Acritodon nephophilus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acritodon nephophilus?
Acritodon nephophilus
What is the common name of Acritodon nephophilus?
Unknown
What is the habitat of Acritodon nephophilus?
Unknown
Species in the Acritodon genus
Species in the Hypnaceae family
Acritodon nephophilus, Austrohondaella limata, Bryosedgwickia barlassinae, Chryso-hypnum elegantulum, Chryso-hypnum patens, Chryso-hypnum diminutivum, Chryso-hypnum demaretii, Chryso-hypnum cavifolium, Chryso-hypnum frondosum, Chryso-hypnum crosbyi, Chryso-hypnum hylophilum, Chryso-hypnum rostratulum, Chryso-hypnum smithii, Crepidophyllum modestum, Ctenidiadelphus plumularia, Cyathothecium distichaceum, Dacryophyllum falcifolium, Ectropotheciella decrescens, Ectropotheciella distichophylla, Ectropotheciopsis novoguineensis, Ectropothecium glossophylloides, Ectropothecium laxirete, Ectropothecium aciculare, Ectropothecium adnatum, Ectropothecium aeruginosum, Ectropothecium affine, Ectropothecium afromolluscum, Ectropothecium andrei, Ectropothecium aneitense, Ectropothecium angusto-textum, Ectropothecium anisophyllum, Ectropothecium annamense, Ectropothecium arcuatum, Ectropothecium arfakense, Ectropothecium aubertii, Ectropothecium aureo-crispum, Ectropothecium aureum, Ectropothecium aurifolium, Ectropothecium barbelloides, Ectropothecium bingerianum, Ectropothecium bowiei, Ectropothecium brachycladulum, Ectropothecium brevifalcatum, Ectropothecium buitenzorgii, Ectropothecium burmense, Ectropothecium campaniforme, Ectropothecium campanulatum, Ectropothecium capillisetum, Ectropothecium carolinarum, Ectropothecium chamissonis,
References
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35168334: Based on data supplied by Bryonames