Mastigobryum longifolium - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longifolium
ID:
1525482
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steph.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Species Hepaticarum. 6: 487. 1924
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011017
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mastigobryum longifolium (also called Long-Leaved Moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Pottiaceae. It is found in the Philippines, growing in moist, shady habitats on soil, rocks, and tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Mastigobryum longifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mastigobryum longifolium is small and white, with a single stamen. The seed is a small, dark brown, round capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mastigobryum longifolium can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. Cultivation is best done in a moist, shaded environment with plenty of organic matter in the soil. The plant prefers temperatures between 10-25°C and should be kept moist but not wet.
Where to Find Mastigobryum longifolium
Mastigobryum longifolium can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Mastigobryum longifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mastigobryum longifolium?
Mastigobryum longifolium
What is the common name of Mastigobryum longifolium?
Mastigobryum longifolium
Where is Mastigobryum longifolium found?
Asia
Species in the Mastigobryum genus
Mastigobryum rajanum, Mastigobryum venezuelanum, Mastigobryum vermiculare, Mastigobryum ledermannii, Mastigobryum londbergii, Mastigobryum asperum, Mastigobryum longifolium, Mastigobryum madagassum, Mastigobryum minutitextum, Mastigobryum multidens, Mastigobryum muscicola, Mastigobryum nigricans, Mastigobryum nipuranum, Mastigobryum palmicola, Mastigobryum decurrens, Mastigobryum deningeri, Mastigobryum dentistipulum, Mastigobryum everettii, Mastigobryum ribehanum, Mastigobryum ruficaule, Mastigobryum schraderbergii, Mastigobryum squamulistipum, Mastigobryum subhyalinum, Mastigobryum karstenii, Mastigobryum aberrans,
Species in the Lepidoziaceae family
Acromastigum anisostomum, Acromastigum bancanum, Acromastigum bifidum, Acromastigum brotheri, Acromastigum capillare, Acromastigum colensoanum, Acromastigum cunninghamii, Acromastigum echinatiforme, Acromastigum echinatum, Acromastigum exiguum, Acromastigum exile, Acromastigum filum, Acromastigum fimbriatum, Acromastigum inaequilaterum, Acromastigum integrifolium, Acromastigum laetevirens, Acromastigum linganum, Acromastigum mooreanum, Acromastigum obliquatum, Acromastigum tenax, Acromastigum verticale, Acromastigum moratii, Acromastigum pusillum, Acromastigum stellare, Acromastigum rigidum, Acromastigum subechinatiforme, Acromastigum adaptatum, Acromastigum divaricatum, Acromastigum longirete, Acromastigum fumosum, Acromastigum furcatifolium, Acromastigum herzogii, Acromastigum homodictyon, Acromastigum implexum, Acromastigum interstisiale, Acromastigum laevigatum, Acromastigum lamyi, Acromastigum leptophyllum, Acromastigum lobuliferum, Acromastigum marginatum, Acromastigum microstichum, Acromastigum prismaticale, Acromastigum stenophyllum, Acromastigum aurescens, Acromastigum caledonicum, Acromastigum carcinum, Acromastigum cavifolium, Acromastigum curtilobum, Amazoopsis diplopoda, Amazoopsis gracilis,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100456199: Based on data supplied by Bryonames