Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dixon) Zanten
Source:
tro
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Lindbergia 33: 62 2008
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001035494
Common Names
- Integra Powelliopsis
- Powelliopsis Integra
- Integra
Description
Powelliopsis integra (also called Powelliopsis, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green moss species with a smooth texture. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is typically found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Powelliopsis integra is a popular ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Powelliopsis integra var. grossedentata Zanten
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Powelliopsis integra are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
Where to Find Powelliopsis integra
Powelliopsis integra is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory and Queensland.
Species in the Powelliopsis genus
Species in the Racopilaceae family
Powellia involutifolia,
Powelliopsis subelimbata,
Powelliopsis integra,
Powelliopsis pocsii,
Powelliopsis elliptica,
Racopilum africanum,
Racopilum angustistipulaceum,
Racopilum ayresii,
Racopilum brevipes,
Racopilum buettneri,
Racopilum capense,
Racopilum cardotii,
Racopilum chevalieri,
Racopilum crassicuspidatum,
Racopilum cuspidigerum,
Racopilum fernandezianum,
Racopilum gracile,
Racopilum gracillimum,
Racopilum intermedium,
Racopilum laxirete,
Racopilum leptocarpum,
Racopilum leptotapes,
Racopilum macrocarpum,
Racopilum madagassum,
Racopilum magnirete,
Racopilum marginatum,
Racopilum mauritianum,
Racopilum microdictyon,
Racopilum microides,
Racopilum mougeotianum,
Racopilum naumannii,
Racopilum orthocarpioides,
Racopilum orthocarpum,
Racopilum pectinatum,
Racopilum penzigii,
Racopilum perrieri,
Racopilum plicatum,
Racopilum polythrincium,
Racopilum robustum,
Racopilum spectabile,
Racopilum strumiferum,
Racopilum thomeanum,
Racopilum tomentosum,
Racopilum ugandae,
Racopilum verrucosum,
Racopilum squarrifolium,
Racopilum niutense,
Racopilum tubiforme,
Timokoponenia parvula,