Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
exserta
ID:
1189246

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook. ex Schwägr.) Broth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. (ed. 2) 11: 188 1925

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001188584

Common Names

  • Neckeropsis exserta
  • Exserted Neckeropsis
  • Exserta Neckeropsis

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Description

Neckeropsis exserta (also called 'Exserted Moss' and 'Exserted-Moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas, and has a bright green, cushion-like appearance. It is a small plant, typically reaching heights of only 1-2 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Neckeropsis exserta has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Neckeropsis exserta var. scrobiculata (Nees) Touw

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neckeropsis exserta is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are slender and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neckeropsis exserta is a small, evergreen, terrestrial moss that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. To propagate by division, carefully separate the moss into small pieces and plant them in moist, well-drained soil. To propagate by spore sowing, collect the spores and sow them on the surface of moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light for the moss to grow.

Where to Find Neckeropsis exserta

Neckeropsis exserta can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Neckeropsis exserta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neckeropsis exserta?

Neckeropsis exserta

What is the family of Neckeropsis exserta?

Neckeraceae

What is the distribution of Neckeropsis exserta?

South America

Species in the Neckeraceae family

Forsstroemia goughiana, Forsstroemia yezoana, Forsstroemia coronata, Forsstroemia cryphaeoides, Forsstroemia indica, Forsstroemia japonica, Forsstroemia neckeroides, Forsstroemia producta, Forsstroemia trichomitria, Forsstroemia thomsonii, Forsstroemia noguchii, Forsstroemia lasioides, Forsstroemia denigricans, Forsstroemia fauriei, Forsstroemia flexiramea, Forsstroemia humilis, Forsstroemia inopinata, Forsstroemia konoi, Forsstroemia pusilla, Forsstroemia setschwanica, Leptodon acuminatus, Leptodon longisetus, Leptodon pluvinii, Leptodon smithii, Leptodon fuciformis, Leptodon corsicus, Leptodon dillenii, Leptodon remotifolius, Taiwanobryum anacamptolepis, Taiwanobryum crenulatum, Taiwanobryum mucronatum, Taiwanobryum guangdongense, Taiwanobryum speciosum, Taiwanobryum praetermissum, Taiwanobryum serrulatifolium, Taiwanobryum undulatifolium, Taiwanobryum yunnanense, Alleniella besseri, Alleniella brownii, Alleniella chilensis, Alleniella complanata, Alleniella hymenodonta, Alleniella remota, Alleniella scabridens, Alleniella submacrocarpa, Alleniella urnigera, Alleniella andina, Alleniella ehrenbergii, Alleniella laevigata, Alleniella obtusifolia,

References

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Schwaegrichen (1775-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwägr.' in the authors string.
Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35172223: Based on data supplied by Bryonames