Status:
valid
Authors:
(Müll. Hal.) W.R. Buck
Source:
tro
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 36: 87 1984
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194725
Common Names
- Hondaella entodontea
- Entodontea Hondaella
- Entodont Hondaella
Description
Hondaella entodontea (also called ‘Entodontic Hondaella Moss’, among many other common names) is a species of moss that is native to Japan. It has a bright green color and grows in small, tufted clumps that are densely packed together. It grows in humid, moist environments such as rainforests and wetter parts of woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Hondaella entodontea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to help retain moisture in soil and to prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hondaella entodontea is small and yellow in color. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, light green, and have a single, long leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hondaella entodontea is a species of moss that can be propagated by division or by spore. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It is best to use a soil mix that is high in organic matter and well-draining. The moss should be kept moist but not wet, and it should be fertilized occasionally with a balanced fertilizer. It is also important to keep the moss free of debris and weeds.
Where to Find Hondaella entodontea
Hondaella entodontea can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of South America, Africa, and Asia.
Hondaella entodontea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hondaella entodontea?
Hondaella entodontea
What type of plant is Hondaella entodontea?
Hondaella entodontea is a moss species.
Where is Hondaella entodontea found?
Hondaella entodontea is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Species in the Hondaella 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,