Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
epiphyllum
ID:
1197633

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Renauld & Cardot) B.C. Tan & Touw

Source:
tro

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 70: 93 1991

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196971

Common Names

  • Epiphyllum Moss
  • Clastobryum Moss
  • Cushion Moss

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Description

Clastobryum epiphyllum (also called Clastobryum epiphyllum, among many other common names) is a small moss species with a green to yellow-green color. It is native to the Northern Hemisphere, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Clastobryum epiphyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Clastobryum epiphyllum are small and inconspicuous, with a single stamen and a single pistil. The seeds are tiny and black, and the seedlings are very small and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clastobryum epiphyllum is a tropical plant native to South America. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Clastobryum epiphyllum

Clastobryum epiphyllum can be found in Japan.

Clastobryum epiphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clastobryum epiphyllum?

Clastobryum epiphyllum

What is the common name of Clastobryum epiphyllum?

Epiphyllous Broom-moss

Where is Clastobryum epiphyllum found?

Clastobryum epiphyllum is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Pylaisiadelphaceae family

Gammiella pterogonioides, Gammiella koningsbergeri, Gammiella panchienii, Hageniella assamica, Hageniella isopterygioides, Hageniella sikkimensis, Hageniella micans, Isopterygium affusum, Isopterygium albescens, Isopterygium ambreanum, Isopterygium annamense, Isopterygium antsihanakense, Isopterygium antunesii, Isopterygium applanatum, Isopterygium aquaticum, Isopterygium argillicola, Isopterygium argyroleucum, Isopterygium assamicum, Isopterygium asymmetricum, Isopterygium austrodenticulatum, Isopterygium bancanum, Isopterygium battakense, Isopterygium baurii, Isopterygium borneense, Isopterygium brevicuspis, Isopterygium brevisetum, Isopterygium brownii, Isopterygium byssaceum, Isopterygium byssobolax, Isopterygium candidulum, Isopterygium chalarophyllum, Isopterygium chryseolum, Isopterygium citrinellum, Isopterygium clerophilum, Isopterygium combae, Isopterygium complanatulum, Isopterygium conangium, Isopterygium congoanum, Isopterygium courtoisii, Isopterygium cratericola, Isopterygium dewevrei, Isopterygium elodes, Isopterygium exiguum, Isopterygium exile, Isopterygium fallax, Isopterygium filamentosum, Isopterygium fissum, Isopterygium fruticola, Isopterygium gabonense, Isopterygium gibbosulum,

References

Jules Cardot (1860-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cardot' in the authors string.
Ferdinand François Gabriel Renauld (1837-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Renauld' in the authors string.
Benito Ching Tan (1946-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.C.Tan' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35186276: Based on data supplied by Bryonames