Neckeropsis fimbriata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fimbriata
ID:
1189247
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Harv.) M. Fleisch.
Source:
tro
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Musci Buitenzorg 3: 878 1908
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001188585
Common Names
- Neckeropsis Fimbriata
- Fimbriata Moss
- Fimbriata Neckera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Neckeropsis fimbriata (also called 'Fringed Moss' and 'Fringed-Moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas, and has a bright green, cushion-like appearance. It is a small plant, typically reaching heights of only 1-2 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Neckeropsis fimbriata has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neckeropsis fimbriata is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are slender and green.
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Neckeropsis fimbriata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Neckeropsis fimbriata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neckeropsis fimbriata?
Neckeropsis fimbriata
What is the family of Neckeropsis fimbriata?
Neckeraceae
What is the distribution of Neckeropsis fimbriata?
South America
Species in the Neckeropsis genus
Neckeropsis cyclophylla, Neckeropsis persplendida, Neckeropsis serrophila, Neckeropsis darjeelingensis, Neckeropsis gracilis, Neckeropsis amazonica, Neckeropsis andamana, Neckeropsis boiviniana, Neckeropsis crinita, Neckeropsis disticha, Neckeropsis exserta, Neckeropsis fimbriata, Neckeropsis foveolata, Neckeropsis inundata, Neckeropsis liliana, Neckeropsis madecassa, Neckeropsis nanodisticha, Neckeropsis pabstiana, Neckeropsis spurio-truncata, Neckeropsis undulata, Neckeropsis villae-ricae, Neckeropsis beccariana, Neckeropsis pocsii, Neckeropsis formosica,
Species in the Neckeraceae family
Forsstroemia goughiana, Forsstroemia yezoana, Forsstroemia coronata, Forsstroemia cryphaeoides, Forsstroemia indica, Forsstroemia japonica, Forsstroemia neckeroides, Forsstroemia producta, Forsstroemia trichomitria, Forsstroemia thomsonii, Forsstroemia noguchii, Forsstroemia lasioides, Forsstroemia denigricans, Forsstroemia fauriei, Forsstroemia flexiramea, Forsstroemia humilis, Forsstroemia inopinata, Forsstroemia konoi, Forsstroemia pusilla, Forsstroemia setschwanica, Leptodon acuminatus, Leptodon longisetus, Leptodon pluvinii, Leptodon smithii, Leptodon fuciformis, Leptodon corsicus, Leptodon dillenii, Leptodon remotifolius, Taiwanobryum anacamptolepis, Taiwanobryum crenulatum, Taiwanobryum mucronatum, Taiwanobryum guangdongense, Taiwanobryum speciosum, Taiwanobryum praetermissum, Taiwanobryum serrulatifolium, Taiwanobryum undulatifolium, Taiwanobryum yunnanense, Alleniella besseri, Alleniella brownii, Alleniella chilensis, Alleniella complanata, Alleniella hymenodonta, Alleniella remota, Alleniella scabridens, Alleniella submacrocarpa, Alleniella urnigera, Alleniella andina, Alleniella ehrenbergii, Alleniella laevigata, Alleniella obtusifolia,
References
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' 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: 35172224: Based on data supplied by Bryonames