Status:
valid
Authors:
Schimp. ex Mont.
Source:
tro
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 2, 14: 349 1840
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001188682
Common Names
- Octoblepharum Moss
- Cylindric Octoblepharum Moss
- Octoblepharum Cylindricum
Uses & Benefits
Octoblepharum cylindricum is used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used in landscaping and as a decorative plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Octoblepharum cylindricum has small, yellow-green flowers with a short, cylindrical capsule containing small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a short stem with a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Octoblepharum cylindricum can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Octoblepharum cylindricum
Octoblepharum cylindricum can be found in Africa.
Octoblepharum cylindricum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Octoblepharum cylindricum?
Octoblepharum cylindricum
What is the natural habitat of Octoblepharum cylindricum?
Tropical forests
What is the average height of Octoblepharum cylindricum?
2-3 meters
Species in the Octoblepharum genus
Octoblepharum arthrocormoides,
Octoblepharum africanum,
Octoblepharum albidum,
Octoblepharum ampullaceum,
Octoblepharum cocuiense,
Octoblepharum cylindricum,
Octoblepharum depressum,
Octoblepharum erectifolium,
Octoblepharum leptoneuron,
Octoblepharum pulvinatum,
Octoblepharum rhaphidostegium,
Octoblepharum stramineum,
Octoblepharum tatei,
Octoblepharum leucobryoides,
Octoblepharum benitotanii,
Octoblepharum peristomiruptum,
Octoblepharum pocsii,
Species in the Octoblepharaceae family
Octoblepharum arthrocormoides,
Octoblepharum africanum,
Octoblepharum albidum,
Octoblepharum ampullaceum,
Octoblepharum cocuiense,
Octoblepharum cylindricum,
Octoblepharum depressum,
Octoblepharum erectifolium,
Octoblepharum leptoneuron,
Octoblepharum pulvinatum,
Octoblepharum rhaphidostegium,
Octoblepharum stramineum,
Octoblepharum tatei,
Octoblepharum leucobryoides,
Octoblepharum benitotanii,
Octoblepharum peristomiruptum,
Octoblepharum pocsii,