Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
polypterum
ID:
1195352

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mitt.) Ando & Higuchi

Source:
tro

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Cryptog. Bryol. Lichénol. 5: 9 1984

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194690

Common Names

  • Caribaeohypnum polypterum
  • Polypterum Moss
  • Caribaeohypnum polypterum

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Description

Caribaeohypnum polypterum (also called Caribbean Hypnum, among many other common names) is a moss species in the family Amblystegiaceae. It is found in the Caribbean. It grows in moist, shady places, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Caribaeohypnum polypterum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make baskets, mats, and other crafts. It has medicinal properties and can be used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caribaeohypnum polypterum has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are tiny, brown and oval-shaped. Seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caribaeohypnum polypterum is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a terrestrial plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil and kept at a temperature of 18-24°C. The plants should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly. They can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Caribaeohypnum polypterum

Caribaeohypnum polypterum can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Caribaeohypnum genus

Species in the Taxiphyllaceae family

Caribaeohypnum polypterum, Hondaella entodontea, Hondaella caperata, Taxiphyllum autoicum, Taxiphyllum densifolium, Taxiphyllum deplanatum, Taxiphyllum giraldii, Taxiphyllum inundatum, Taxiphyllum papuanum, Taxiphyllum punctulatum, Taxiphyllum splendescens, Taxiphyllum squamatulum, Taxiphyllum taxirameum, Taxiphyllum wissgrillii, Taxiphyllum alternans, Taxiphyllum pilosum, Taxiphyllum cuspidifolium, Taxiphyllum whittierianum, Taxiphyllum aomoriense, Taxiphyllum angustirete, Taxiphyllum prostratum, Taxiphyllum schweinfurthii, Taxiphyllum laxalare, Taxiphyllum townsendii, Taxiphyllum dehradunense, Taxiphyllum gracile, Taxiphyllum richardsii, Taxiphyllum taiwanense, Taxiphyllum taxiphylloides, Filibryum deguchianum, Filibryum ogatae, Filibryum yakoushimae, Leptopterigynandrum austro-alpinum, Leptopterigynandrum brevirete, Leptopterigynandrum decolor, Leptopterigynandrum incurvatum, Leptopterigynandrum stricticaule, Leptopterigynandrum subintegrum, Leptopterigynandrum tenellum, Leptopterigynandrum autoicum, Leptopterigynandrum tenuicaule, Leptopterigynandrum piliferum, Schwetschkeopsis elongata, Schwetschkeopsis fabronia, Schwetschkeopsis formosana, Schwetschkeopsis robustula,

References

William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
Hisatsugu Ando (1922-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ando' in the authors string.
Masanobu Higuchi (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Higuchi' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35182679: Based on data supplied by Bryonames