Orthodontium lineare - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthodontiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lineare
ID:
1189633
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schwägr.
Source:
tro
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Sp. Musc. Frond., Suppl. 2 2(2): 188 1827
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001188971
Common Names
- Linear Orthodontium
- Lineare Orthodontium
- Linear Orthodontium Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Orthodontium lineare (also called Linear Orthodontium, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a tufted, densely-branched habit. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests, woodlands, and along stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Orthodontium lineare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in the production of essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Orthodontium lineare is small and white, with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with thin, linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Orthodontium lineare is a species of moss that is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is an evergreen plant and can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It should be kept in a well-drained soil and watered regularly. It can be propagated by division in spring or by spores in summer.
Where to Find Orthodontium lineare
Orthodontium lineare can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
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
Christian Friedrich Schwaegrichen (1775-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwägr.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35172758: Based on data supplied by Bryonames