Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Species:
pilosula
ID:
1176694

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mitt.) M. Fleisch.

Source:
tro

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Musci Buitenzorg 4: 1476 1923

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001176032

Common Names

  • Macrothamniella pilosula
  • Pilosula Macrothamniella
  • Pilosula Moss

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Description

Macrothamniella pilosula (also called Cape-ivy, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial climber with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky areas, forest margins and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Macrothamniella pilosula has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a soil stabilizer on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macrothamniella pilosula is a small, yellow-green, cup-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrothamniella pilosula can be propagated by spores, as well as by division of the rhizome. It prefers moist, shady locations and can be grown in both aquatic and terrestrial environments. It should be planted in a substrate of sand, silt, and clay, and should be kept in an area with plenty of light and humidity.

Where to Find Macrothamniella pilosula

Macrothamniella pilosula can be found in the Northern Hemisphere, including Europe, North America, and Asia.

Macrothamniella pilosula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrothamniella pilosula?

Macrothamniella pilosula

What is the common name of Macrothamniella pilosula?

Pilosula Macrothamniella

What is the natural habitat of Macrothamniella pilosula?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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

William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
Max Fleischer (1861-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Fleisch.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35150698: Based on data supplied by Bryonames