Leptodon corsicus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
corsicus
ID:
1215302
Status:
valid
Authors:
Enroth, Sotiaux, D. Quandt & Vanderp.
Source:
tro
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
J. Bryol. 31: 189 2009
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001214640
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Leptodon corsicus (also called Corsican Leptodon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Leptodontaceae. It is native to China. It is found in montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Leptodon corsicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptodon corsicus has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptodon corsicus is a small, tufted moss that is found in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by spores, which can be collected from the mature plants and sown on a moist, nutrient-rich substrate. The moss prefers acidic soils and can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Leptodon corsicus
Leptodon corsicus can be found in wet, shady habitats in temperate regions of the world, including Europe.
Species in the Neckeraceae family
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References
Alain Vanderpoorten (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vanderp.' in the authors string.
Johannes Enroth (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Enroth' in the authors string.
Dietmar Quandt (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Quandt' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35218107: Based on data supplied by Bryonames