Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Bryales
Family:
Species:
oreophilum
ID:
1535841

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hanusch

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Taxon. 69(6): 1161. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000018908

Common Names

  • Epipterygium oreophilum
  • Oreophilum Epipterygium
  • Oreophilum Moss

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Description

Epipterygium oreophilum (also called Oreophilum Epipterygium, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a small, cushion-forming moss with short, branched stems and small, ovate leaves. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests, meadows, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Epipterygium oreophilum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epipterygium oreophilum has small, yellowish-green flowers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epipterygium oreophilum is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant with small, glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Epipterygium oreophilum

Epipterygium oreophilum can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Epipterygium oreophilum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epipterygium oreophilum?

Epipterygium oreophilum

What is the habitat of Epipterygium oreophilum?

It is found in moist forests, meadows, and grasslands.

What is the distribution of Epipterygium oreophilum?

It is found in Europe, North Africa, and the Caucasus region.

Species in the Mniaceae family

Mniobryum brevisetum, Mniobryum linderi, Mniobryum pergracile, Mniobryum perlaxum, Mniobryum rubrum, Mniobryum ruwenzorense, Mniobryum sparsifolium, Mniobryum tortifolium, Webera denticostata, Webera striatidens, Webera taylorii, Webera synoica, Cinclidium arcticum, Cinclidium latifolium, Cinclidium minutifolium, Cinclidium stygium, Cinclidium subrotundum, Cinclidium alaskanum, Cyrtomnium hymenophyllum, Cyrtomnium hymenophylloides, Epipterygium brasiliense, Epipterygium convalleum, Epipterygium immarginatum, Epipterygium mandonii, Epipterygium mexicanum, Epipterygium puiggarii, Epipterygium rigidum, Epipterygium tozeri, Epipterygium wrightii, Epipterygium koelzii, Epipterygium vanuatuicum, Epipterygium opararense, Epipterygium nagasakense, Epipterygium orbifolium, Epipterygium atlanticum, Epipterygium biauritum, Epipterygium oreophilum, Epipterygium yunnanense, Leucolepis acanthoneura, Mielichhoferia shevockii, Mielichhoferia pilifera, Mielichhoferia acuminata, Mielichhoferia acutifolia, Mielichhoferia argentifolia, Mielichhoferia auriseta, Mielichhoferia badhwarii, Mielichhoferia borbonica, Mielichhoferia brotheri, Mielichhoferia bryocarpa, Mielichhoferia canescens,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100511229: Based on data supplied by Bryonames