Octoblepharum benitotanii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
benitotanii
ID:
1534399
Status:
valid
Authors:
Salazar Allen & Chantanaorr.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Philippine Journal of Systematic Biology. 12(1): 59. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000018008
Common Names
- Benitotanii Moss
- Octoblepharum Moss
- Octoblepharum benitotanii Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Octoblepharum benitotanii (also called Benito Tani's Octoblepharum, among many other common names) is a small, tufted moss with a light green color. It is native to tropical regions of the world and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Octoblepharum benitotanii is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and terrariums, and is also used as a ground cover in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Octoblepharum benitotanii has a small flower with a yellow-green perianth and a yellow anther. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Octoblepharum benitotanii can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady, and well-drained soils. It can be cultivated in an aquarium or terrarium. It should be kept moist and should not be allowed to dry out.
Where to Find Octoblepharum benitotanii
Octoblepharum benitotanii can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, at altitudes of 2,500-4,500 m.
Octoblepharum benitotanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Octoblepharum benitotanii?
Octoblepharum benitotanii
What is the common name of Octoblepharum benitotanii?
Benito Tani's Octoblepharum
What type of environment does Octoblepharum benitotanii prefer?
Octoblepharum benitotanii prefers moist, shady environments
Species in the Octoblepharum genus
Octoblepharum arthrocormoides, Octoblepharum africanum, Octoblepharum albidum, Octoblepharum ampullaceum, Octoblepharum cocuiense, Octoblepharum cylindricum, Octoblepharum depressum, Octoblepharum erectifolium, Octoblepharum leptoneuron, Octoblepharum pulvinatum, Octoblepharum rhaphidostegium, Octoblepharum stramineum, Octoblepharum tatei, Octoblepharum leucobryoides, Octoblepharum benitotanii, Octoblepharum peristomiruptum, Octoblepharum pocsii,
Species in the Octoblepharaceae family
Octoblepharum arthrocormoides, Octoblepharum africanum, Octoblepharum albidum, Octoblepharum ampullaceum, Octoblepharum cocuiense, Octoblepharum cylindricum, Octoblepharum depressum, Octoblepharum erectifolium, Octoblepharum leptoneuron, Octoblepharum pulvinatum, Octoblepharum rhaphidostegium, Octoblepharum stramineum, Octoblepharum tatei, Octoblepharum leucobryoides, Octoblepharum benitotanii, Octoblepharum peristomiruptum, Octoblepharum pocsii,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100473716: Based on data supplied by Bryonames