Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
densus
ID:
1171588

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw. ex Hedw.) Müll. Hal.

Source:
tro

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 2: 129. 1 1844

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001170926

Common Names

  • Prionodon densus
  • Densus Long-tailed Mongoose
  • Densus Giant Mongoose

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Description

Prionodon densus (also called the Dense linsang, among many other common names) is a small carnivorous mammal native to Southeast Asia. It has a slender body, short legs, and a long tail. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and is usually active at night.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Prionodon densus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, delicate and light green in color.

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Where to Find Prionodon densus

Prionodon densus can be found in South America.

References

Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.
Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
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: 35142870: Based on data supplied by Bryonames