Octoblepharum depressum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
depressum
ID:
1189348
Status:
valid
Authors:
Müll. Hal.
Source:
tro
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Gen. Musc. Frond. 88 1900
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001188686
Common Names
- Octoblepharum Moss
- Depressed Octoblepharum Moss
- Octoblepharum Depressum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesUses & Benefits
Octoblepharum depressum is used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used in landscaping and as a decorative plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Octoblepharum depressum is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single leaf.
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Octoblepharum depressum can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Octoblepharum depressum
Octoblepharum depressum can be found in Africa.
Octoblepharum depressum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Octoblepharum depressum?
Octoblepharum depressum
What is the natural habitat of Octoblepharum depressum?
Tropical forests
What is the average height of Octoblepharum depressum?
2-3 meters
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
Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35172342: Based on data supplied by Bryonames