Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.) Ochyra & Bedn.-Ochyra
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Polish Botanical Journal. 62(2): 171. 2017
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000018810
Common Names
- Leptostomopsis pulchra
- Pulchra Leptostomopsis Moss
- Beautiful Leptostomopsis Moss
Description
Leptostomopsis pulchra (also called Beautiful Leptostomopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats including dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Leptostomopsis pulchra is used as a soil conditioner and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptostomopsis pulchra has small, white flowers that produce small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leptostomopsis pulchra is an easy-to-grow moss that prefers moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spores. When propagating by spores, the spores should be sown on a moist surface and kept in a humid environment until they germinate.
Where to Find Leptostomopsis pulchra
Leptostomopsis pulchra can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Leptostomopsis pulchra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptostomopsis pulchra?
Leptostomopsis pulchra
What type of plant is Leptostomopsis pulchra?
A moss
Where is Leptostomopsis pulchra found?
It is found in South America
Species in the Leptostomopsis genus
Species in the Bryaceae family
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Acidodontium lonchotrachylon,
Acidodontium longifolium,
Acidodontium megalocarpum,
Acidodontium pallidum,
Acidodontium ramicola,
Acidodontium rhamphostegium,
Acidodontium seminerve,
Acidodontium sprucei,
Acidodontium subrotundum,
Acidodontium trachyticola,
Acidodontium integrifolium,
Acidodontium lanceolatifolium,
Anomobryum angustirete,
Anomobryum brachymenioides,
Anomobryum brachymeniopsis,
Anomobryum bulbiferum,
Anomobryum clavicaule,
Anomobryum compressulum,
Anomobryum conicum,
Anomobryum cygnicollum,
Anomobryum filinerve,
Anomobryum humillimum,
Anomobryum julaceum,
Anomobryum laceratum,
Anomobryum lusitanicum,
Anomobryum nitidum,
Anomobryum obtusatissimum,
Anomobryum orbiculatum,
Anomobryum pellucidum,
Anomobryum perimbricatum,
Anomobryum polymorphum,
Anomobryum prostratum,
Anomobryum pycnobaseum,
Anomobryum robustum,
Anomobryum schmidii,
Anomobryum semiovatum,
Anomobryum semireticulatum,
Anomobryum soquense,
Anomobryum subnitidum,
Anomobryum werthii,
Anomobryum yasudae,
Anomobryum parvifolium,
Anomobryum worthleyi,
Anomobryum albo-imbricatum,
Anomobryum hyalinum,
Anomobryum ochianum,
Anomobryum ochii,
Anomobryum sharpii,