Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
handelii
ID:
1537468

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Broth.) Schröck & J.T. Wynns

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Lindbergia. 41(01087): 5. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019864

Common Names

  • Ortholimnobium handelii
  • Handel's Ortholimnobium
  • Handelii Ortholimnobium

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Description

Ortholimnobium handelii (also called Handel's Ortholimnobium, among many other common names) is a species of moss that is found in the temperate regions of North America. It has a bright green color and grows in a tufted form. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in coniferous forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Ortholimnobium handelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ortholimnobium handelii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ortholimnobium handelii is a perennial evergreen plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated in spring or autumn and should be planted in a sunny spot with some protection from strong winds.

Where to Find Ortholimnobium handelii

Ortholimnobium handelii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Ortholimnobium handelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ortholimnobium handelii?

Ortholimnobium handelii

What type of plant is Ortholimnobium handelii?

It is a species of moss.

Where is Ortholimnobium handelii found?

It is found in the southern hemisphere.

Species in the Ortholimnobium genus

Species in the Plagiotheciaceae family

Orthothecium ovicarpum, Orthothecium acuminatum, Orthothecium chryseum, Orthothecium intricatum, Orthothecium lapponicum, Orthothecium rufescens, Orthothecium schlagintweitii, Orthothecium strictum, Orthothecium hyalopiliferum, Orthothecium brunnescens, Orthothecium remotifolium, Orthothecium retroflexum, Orthothecium sibiricum, Herzogiella cylindricarpa, Herzogiella perrobusta, Herzogiella renitens, Herzogiella seligeri, Herzogiella striatella, Herzogiella turfacea, Herzogiella letestui, Isopterygiopsis muelleriana, Isopterygiopsis catagonioides, Plagiothecium berggrenianum, Plagiothecium ceylonense, Plagiothecium cochleatum, Plagiothecium curvifolium, Plagiothecium denticulatum, Plagiothecium entodontella, Plagiothecium formosicum, Plagiothecium georgicoantarcticum, Plagiothecium herzogii, Plagiothecium laetum, Plagiothecium lamprostachys, Plagiothecium lancifolium, Plagiothecium latebricola, Plagiothecium lonchochaete, Plagiothecium lucidum, Plagiothecium mildbraedii, Plagiothecium monbuttoviae, Plagiothecium neckeroideum, Plagiothecium nemorale, Plagiothecium nitens, Plagiothecium nitidifolium, Plagiothecium novogranatense, Plagiothecium obtusissimum, Plagiothecium orthocarpum, Plagiothecium ovalifolium, Plagiothecium perminutum, Plagiothecium platycladum, Plagiothecium platyphyllum,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100471799: Based on data supplied by Bryonames