Orthodontium lignicola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthodontiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lignicola
ID:
1210582
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Broth.) Da C. Zhang
Source:
tro
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Fl. Yunnan. 18: 385 2002
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001209920
Common Names
- Orthodontium lignicola
- Lignicola Moss
- Lignicola Orthodontium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Orthodontium lignicola (also called Woodland Orthodontium, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green, moss species that is native to the temperate regions of Europe and North America. It grows in humid forests and on wet rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Orthodontium lignicola is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food additive.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Orthodontium lignicola is small and yellow in color, with a single seed in the center. The seed is small and round, with a thin, papery outer layer. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Orthodontium lignicola is a small, perennial, evergreen moss that is native to North America. It is found in moist, shady areas, and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is propagated by division of the plant or by spore. It can be propagated from spores, but this is a slow process and may take several years before the plant is established. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.
Where to Find Orthodontium lignicola
Orthodontium lignicola is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and along streams. It can be found in countries such as Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Species in the Orthodontium genus
Species in the Orthodontiaceae family
Orthodontium denticulatum, Orthodontium gracile, Orthodontium infractum, Orthodontium itacolumitis, Orthodontium lineare, Orthodontium loreifolium, Orthodontium pallens, Orthodontium pellucens, Orthodontium ruwenzorensis, Orthodontium lignicola, Hymenodon aeruginosus, Hymenodon angustifolius, Hymenodon pilifer, Hymenodon sericeus, Hymenodon sphaerothecius, Hymenodon tenellus, Hymenodon reggaeus, Hymenodon chenianus, Leptotheca boliviana, Leptotheca gaudichaudii,
References
Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35211618: Based on data supplied by Bryonames