Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
capillicaulis
ID:
1537020

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Renauld & Cardot) Y. Jia & Naren

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Journal of Bryology. 42(4): 341. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019575

Common Names

  • Neodicladiella capillicaulis
  • Capillicaulis Neodicladiella
  • Capillicaulis Water-starwort

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Description

Neodicladiella capillicaulis (also called Hairy-Stemmed Neodicladiella, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It grows in moist, shady areas such as woods, thickets, and along streams. It has small, oval-shaped leaves that are green to gray-green in color and can reach up to 21 inches in height.

Uses & Benefits

Neodicladiella capillicaulis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neodicladiella capillicaulis has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black, and have a smooth texture. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neodicladiella capillicaulis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and to fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Neodicladiella capillicaulis

Neodicladiella capillicaulis can be found in North America.

Neodicladiella capillicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neodicladiella capillicaulis?

Neodicladiella capillicaulis

What is the natural habitat of Neodicladiella capillicaulis?

Temperate forests of Europe and Asia

What is the size of Neodicladiella capillicaulis?

Around 2 cm in length

Species in the Meteoriaceae family

Duthiella flaccida, Duthiella formosana, Duthiella speciosissima, Duthiella wallichii, Duthiella declinata, Aerobryidium aureonitens, Aerobryidium crispifolium, Aerobryidium filamentosum, Aerobryidium laosiense, Aerobryidium levieri, Aerobryidium indicum, Aerobryopsis capensis, Aerobryopsis cochlearifolia, Aerobryopsis deflexa, Aerobryopsis leptosigmata, Aerobryopsis membranacea, Aerobryopsis parisii, Aerobryopsis pulchricoma, Aerobryopsis striatula, Aerobryopsis subdivergens, Aerobryopsis subleptostigmata, Aerobryopsis vitiana, Aerobryopsis cirrifolia, Aerobryopsis fuscescens, Aerobryopsis aristifolia, Aerobryopsis yunnanensis, Aerobryopsis longissima, Aerobryopsis bauerae, Aerobryopsis eravikulamensis, Barbella angustifolia, Barbella turgida, Barbella capillaris, Barbella compressiramea, Barbella futunensis, Barbella horridula, Barbella kurzii, Barbella perpinnata, Barbella rufifolia, Barbella tenax, Barbella biformis, Barbella chrysonema, Barbella eusebii, Barbella minuta, Barbella linearifolia, Barbellopsis macroblasta, Barbellopsis trichophora, Barbellopsis conferva, Chrysocladium retrorsum, Cryptopapillaria feae, Cryptopapillaria chrysoclada,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100511206: Based on data supplied by Bryonames