Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
andoi
ID:
1199746

Status:
valid

Authors:
Higuchi, N. Nishim. & S. Inoue

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
J. Bryol. 18: 297. f. 1–3 1994

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001199084

Common Names

  • Homomallium andoi
  • Andoi Homomallium
  • Andoi Moss

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Description

Homomallium andoi (also called Ando's Moss, among many other common names) is a small moss with a tufted habit. It is native to East Asia. It has a light green color and a cushion-like form. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, meadows, and bogs.

Uses & Benefits

Homomallium andoi is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive disorders, skin problems, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Homomallium andoi has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and green with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Homomallium andoi can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It is best grown in a moist, acidic, and well-drained soil in partial to full shade. It can tolerate some drought but will not survive in standing water.

Where to Find Homomallium andoi

Homomallium andoi is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Species in the Pylaisiaceae family

Calohypnum sakuraii, Calohypnum amabile, Calohypnum macrogynum, Calohypnum oldhamii, Calohypnum plumiforme, Calohypnum sikkimense, Pylaisia buckii, Pylaisia brevirostris, Pylaisia brotheri, Pylaisia condensata, Pylaisia coreana, Pylaisia curviramea, Pylaisia extenta, Pylaisia intricata, Pylaisia nana, Pylaisia obtusa, Pylaisia polyantha, Pylaisia selwynii, Pylaisia subcircinata, Pylaisia falcata, Pylaisia cristata, Pylaisia steerei, Pylaisia levieri, Pylaisia kunisawae, Pylaisia speciosa, Pylaisia pseudofertilis, Pylaisia afoninae, Pylaisia bezgodovii, Pylaisia heteromalla, Calliergonella cuspidata, Calliergonella lindbergii, Calliergonella curvifolia, Homomallium adnatum, Homomallium connexum, Homomallium homalostegium, Homomallium incurvatum, Homomallium japonico-adnatum, Homomallium mexicanum, Homomallium plagiangium, Homomallium simlaense, Homomallium yuennanense, Homomallium sharpii, Homomallium gollanii, Homomallium andoi, Ptilium crista-castrensis, Buckia vaucheri, Roaldia dolomitica, Roaldia revoluta, Aquilonium adscendens, Aquilonium plicatulum,

References

Naoki Nishimura (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Nishim.' in the authors string.
Masanobu Higuchi (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Higuchi' in the authors string.
Satoru Inoue (1919-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Inoue' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35189510: Based on data supplied by Bryonames