Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Genus:
Species:
blyttii
ID:
1192859

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bruch & Schimp.) Loeske

Source:
tro

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Stud. Morph. Syst. Laubm. 86 1910

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001192197

Common Names

  • Arctoa blyttii
  • Blyttii Arctoa
  • Blyttii Moss

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Description

Arctoa blyttii (also called African Reed, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a creeping rhizome and erect culms. It is native to Africa and is found in moist habitats such as marshes, swamps, and lake shores.

Uses & Benefits

Arctoa blyttii is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant, a food source, and a source of fiber for making rope and other materials.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arctoa blyttii is small and white, with 6 petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Arctoa blyttii: This plant can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be replanted immediately and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Arctoa blyttii

Arctoa blyttii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and South America and can be found in moist, shady habitats.

Arctoa blyttii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctoa blyttii?

Arctoa blyttii

What is the common name of Arctoa blyttii?

Blytt's Arctoa

What is the natural habitat of Arctoa blyttii?

Dry grasslands, scrubland, and open woodlands

Species in the Rhabdoweisiaceae family

Camptodontium cryptodon, Cynodontium asperifolium, Cynodontium bruntonii, Cynodontium crassirete, Cynodontium fallax, Cynodontium gracilescens, Cynodontium jenneri, Cynodontium polycarpum, Cynodontium strumiferum, Cynodontium strumulosum, Cynodontium suecicum, Cynodontium tanganyikae, Cynodontium tenellum, Cynodontium guatemalense, Cynodontium mexicanum, Cynodontium sinensifugax, Cynodontium serrulatum, Cynodontium brasiliense, Cynodontium brevidens, Cynodontium brevifolium, Cynodontium chilense, Cynodontium delgadilloi, Cynodontium erosum, Cynodontium hydrogonioides, Cynodontium laxifolium, Cynodontium laxirete, Cynodontium peruvianum, Cynodontium robinsonii, Cynodontium setschwanicum, Cynodontium subintegrum, Cynodontium tunariense, Cynodontium weisioides, Dicranoweisia africana, Dicranoweisia cirrata, Dicranoweisia microcarpa, Dicranoweisia falcifolia, Dicranoweisia tortelloides, Eucamptodon perichaetialis, Oncophorus virens, Oncophorus gracilentus, Oncophorus integerrimus, Arctoa schistioides, Arctoa anderssonii, Arctoa fulvella, Arctoa hyperborea, Arctoa blyttii, Arctoa starkei, Arctoa glacialis, Arctoa pumila, Arctoa spenceri,

References

Wilhelm Philippe Schimper (1808-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schimp.' in the authors string.
Philipp Bruch (1781-1847): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruch' in the authors string.
Leopold Loeske (1865-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loeske' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35178991: Based on data supplied by Bryonames