Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthotrichales
Genus:
Species:
catarinoi
ID:
1214525

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.A. Garcia, F. Lara, Sérgio & Sim-Sim

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Nova Hedwigia 82: 248 2006

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001213863

Common Names

  • Zygodon catarinoi
  • Catarinoi Zygodon Moss
  • Catarinoi Zygodon Lichen

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Description

Zygodon catarinoi (also called Catarinoi Zygodon, among many other common names) is a small, yellowish-green moss with a smooth thallus and a single, short, upright stem. It is native to Portugal, where it is found in humid, shady forests. It typically grows on moss-covered rocks, tree trunks, and soil.

Uses & Benefits

Zygodon catarinoi is a species of moss that is used in horticulture as a ground cover. It is also used in bioremediation to help clean up contaminated soils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zygodon catarinoi has small, yellowish-green flowers with 6 tepals and 6 stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygodon catarinoi is a species of moss native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is an epiphytic species, meaning it grows on other plants, and can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a terrarium or in a pot with a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Zygodon catarinoi

Zygodon catarinoi can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, and Peru.

Zygodon catarinoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygodon catarinoi?

Zygodon catarinoi

What are the characteristics of Zygodon catarinoi?

Zygodon catarinoi is a species of liverwort in the family Frullaniaceae. It is found in New Zealand.

Where can Zygodon catarinoi be found?

Zygodon catarinoi can be found in New Zealand.

Species in the Zygodon genus

Zygodon fragilis, Zygodon patrum, Zygodon acutifolius, Zygodon altarensis, Zygodon angustatus, Zygodon barbuloides, Zygodon brevipes, Zygodon brevisetus, Zygodon campylophyllus, Zygodon cernuus, Zygodon conoideus, Zygodon cylindricus, Zygodon dioicus, Zygodon ehrenbergii, Zygodon erosus, Zygodon fasciculatus, Zygodon fruticola, Zygodon gracilis, Zygodon hatcheri, Zygodon hirsutus, Zygodon hookeri, Zygodon insularum, Zygodon intermedius, Zygodon johnstonii, Zygodon laxifolius, Zygodon leptocarpus, Zygodon liebmannii, Zygodon longisetus, Zygodon macrophyllus, Zygodon magellanicus, Zygodon microgemmaceus, Zygodon nivalis, Zygodon obovalis, Zygodon ochraceus, Zygodon oeneus, Zygodon papillatus, Zygodon perichaetialis, Zygodon perreflexus, Zygodon peruvianus, Zygodon petrophilus, Zygodon pichinchensis, Zygodon pilosulus, Zygodon podocarpi, Zygodon polyptychus, Zygodon quitensis, Zygodon ramulosus, Zygodon reinwardtii, Zygodon robustus, Zygodon roccatii, Zygodon rufescens,

Species in the Orthotrichaceae family

Cardotiella appendiculata, Cardotiella quinquefaria, Cardotiella renauldii, Cardotiella secunda, Cardotiella subappendiculata, Cardotiella elimbata, Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa, Desmotheca apiculata, Desmotheca brachiata, Florschuetziella steerei, Florschuetziella scaberrima, Groutiella tumidula, Groutiella chimborazensis, Groutiella apiculata, Groutiella husnotii, Groutiella macrorrhyncha, Groutiella mucronifolia, Groutiella subgoniorrhyncha, Groutiella thraustophylla, Groutiella tomentosa, Groutiella wagneriana, Groutiella obtusa, Groutiella maracaibensis, Groutiella reesei, Groutiella tuberculata, Leiomitrium plicatum, Leratia neocaledonica, Leratia obtusifolia, Leratia exigua, Macrocoma tenuis, Macrocoma orthotrichoides, Macrocoma abyssinica, Macrocoma brasiliensis, Macrocoma iwatsukii, Macrocoma frigida, Macrocoma gastonyi, Macrocoma lycopodioides, Macrocoma pulchella, Macromitrium chloromitrium, Macromitrium perreflexum, Macromitrium onraedtii, Macromitrium sharpii, Macromitrium lomasense, Macromitrium fusco-aureum, Macromitrium galipense, Macromitrium gigasporum, Macromitrium glabratum, Macromitrium globirameum, Macromitrium gracile, Macromitrium greenmanii,

References

Francisco Lara (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Lara' in the authors string.
César Augusto Rodrigues Garcia (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Garcia' in the authors string.
Cécilia Loff Pereira Sérgio Costa Gomes (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sérgio' in the authors string.
Manuela Sim-Sim (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sim-Sim' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35216822: Based on data supplied by Bryonames