Archidium amplexicaule - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Archidiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amplexicaule
ID:
1192809
Status:
valid
Authors:
Müll. Hal.
Source:
tro
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 43: 346 1882
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001192147
Common Names
- Amplexicaule Archidium
- Archidium amplexicaule
- African Archidium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Archidium amplexicaule (also called Amplexicaule Moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a small, tufted plant with short, narrow leaves and a reddish-brown stem. It grows in moist, shady areas such as forests, woodlands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Archidium amplexicaule is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating digestive ailments, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Archidium amplexicaule is small and white with yellow anthers. The seed is small and round with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and delicate with thin stems and small leaves.
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Archidium amplexicaule can be cultivated and propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest and most common way to propagate this plant. The plant can be divided in the spring or fall. Seeds can be sown in the spring in a light, well-drained soil. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Archidium amplexicaule
Archidium amplexicaule can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, and Australia.
Archidium amplexicaule FAQ
What is the scientific name of Archidium amplexicaule?
Archidium amplexicaule
What is the common name of Archidium amplexicaule?
Amplexicaule Moss
What is the habitat of Archidium amplexicaule?
Damp, shady areas
Species in the Archidium genus
Archidium acanthophyllum, Archidium acauloides, Archidium andersonianum, Archidium dinteri, Archidium minus, Archidium muellerianum, Archidium clavatum, Archidium stellatum, Archidium alternifolium, Archidium amplexicaule, Archidium birmannicum, Archidium brevinerve, Archidium capense, Archidium cubense, Archidium donnellii, Archidium elatum, Archidium hallii, Archidium indicum, Archidium johannis-negrii, Archidium julaceum, Archidium julicaule, Archidium laterale, Archidium laxirete, Archidium microthecium, Archidium ohioense, Archidium rehmannii, Archidium rothii, Archidium subulatum, Archidium tenerrimum, Archidium minutissimum, Archidium thalliferum, Archidium wattsii, Archidium yunnanense, Archidium clarksonianum, Archidium crassicostatum, Archidium oblongifolium,
Species in the Archidiaceae family
Archidium acanthophyllum, Archidium acauloides, Archidium andersonianum, Archidium dinteri, Archidium minus, Archidium muellerianum, Archidium clavatum, Archidium stellatum, Archidium alternifolium, Archidium amplexicaule, Archidium birmannicum, Archidium brevinerve, Archidium capense, Archidium cubense, Archidium donnellii, Archidium elatum, Archidium hallii, Archidium indicum, Archidium johannis-negrii, Archidium julaceum, Archidium julicaule, Archidium laterale, Archidium laxirete, Archidium microthecium, Archidium ohioense, Archidium rehmannii, Archidium rothii, Archidium subulatum, Archidium tenerrimum, Archidium minutissimum, Archidium thalliferum, Archidium wattsii, Archidium yunnanense, Archidium clarksonianum, Archidium crassicostatum, Archidium oblongifolium,
References
Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35178932: Based on data supplied by Bryonames