Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
heteromalla
ID:
1172559

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bruch & Schimp. ex Lesq. & James

Source:
tro

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Man. Mosses N. America 308 669 1843

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001171897

Common Names

  • Pylaisia heteromalla
  • Heteromalla Moss
  • Moss of Heteromalla

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Uses & Benefits

Pylaisia heteromalla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pylaisia heteromalla is yellow and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Pylaisia heteromalla is best done in a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pylaisia heteromalla

Pylaisia heteromalla is native to West Africa and can be found in the wild in Guinea, Sierra Leone, and Liberia.

Pylaisia heteromalla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pylaisia heteromalla?

Pylaisia heteromalla

What is the common name of Pylaisia heteromalla?

Heteromalla Pylaisia

What type of habitat does Pylaisia heteromalla prefer?

Pylaisia heteromalla prefers moist, shady habitats

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

Wilhelm Philippe Schimper (1808-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schimp.' in the authors string.
Thomas Potts James (1803-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'James' in the authors string.
Leo Lesquereux (1806-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lesq.' in the authors string.
Philipp Bruch (1781-1847): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruch' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35144321: Based on data supplied by Bryonames