Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
himalayana
ID:
1195346

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Broth.) J.-P. Frahm

Source:
tro

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Bryologist 87: 250 1984

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194684

Common Names

  • Campylopodiella himalayana
  • Himalayana Moss
  • Campylopodiella himalayana

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Description

Campylopodiella himalayana (also called Himalayan Campylopodiella, among many other common names) is a moss species in the family Amblystegiaceae. It is found in the Himalayas. It grows in moist, shady places, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Campylopodiella himalayana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make baskets, mats, and other crafts. It has medicinal properties and can be used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campylopodiella himalayana has small yellowish flowers, and its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campylopodiella himalayana is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a terrestrial plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil and kept at a temperature of 18-24°C. The plants should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly. They can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Campylopodiella himalayana

Campylopodiella himalayana can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Leucobryaceae family

Holomitriopsis laevifolia, Mitrobryum koelzii, Sphaerothecium phascoideum, Sphaerothecium reconditum, Sphaerothecium subchlorophyllosum, Steyermarkiella anomalodictya, Atractylocarpus alpinus, Atractylocarpus alticaulis, Atractylocarpus brasiliensis, Atractylocarpus longisetus, Atractylocarpus nanus, Atractylocarpus neocaledonicus, Atractylocarpus patagonicus, Atractylocarpus madagascariensis, Atractylocarpus novoguineensis, Atractylocarpus subporodictyon, Brothera leana, Campylopodiella himalayana, Campylopodiella flagellacea, Campylopodiella crenulata, Campylopodiella stenocarpa, Campylopodiella dorothyae, Campylopus joshii, Campylopus incurvatus, Campylopus laxoventralis, Campylopus sharpii, Campylopus acuminatus, Campylopus aemulans, Campylopus albidovirens, Campylopus ambiguus, Campylopus amboroensis, Campylopus anderssonii, Campylopus andreanus, Campylopus angustiretis, Campylopus arctocarpus, Campylopus arcuatus, Campylopus areodictyon, Campylopus argyrocaulon, Campylopus asperifolius, Campylopus atrovirens, Campylopus aureonitens, Campylopus austro-alpinus, Campylopus austrosubulatus, Campylopus bartramiaceus, Campylopus beauverdianus, Campylopus belangeri, Campylopus bicolor, Campylopus brevipilus, Campylopus brunneus, Campylopus cambouei,

References

Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
Jan-Peter Frahm (1945-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-P.Frahm' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35182672: Based on data supplied by Bryonames