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claopodium moss
Scientific Name: Claopodium crispifolium
Family: Leskeaceae
Category: Moss
Growth: Nonvascular
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Claopodium Moss
Claopodium is a genus of moss belonging to the family Leskeaceae within the kingdom Plantae. The common name is claopodium moss, and there are several species within this genus.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions "antitumor activity" in samples of Claopodium crispifolium. While this might seem positive, any plant with medicinal properties should be kept away from pets unless specifically prescribed by a veterinarian.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Genus: Claopodium (Lesq. & James) Renauld & Cardot
- Family: Leskeaceae
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Species Include:
- Claopodium bolanderi Best - Bolander's Claopodium Moss
- Claopodium crispifolium (Hook.) Renauld & Cardot (Synonym: Thuidium crispifolium)
- Claopodium prionophyllum (C. Mull.) Broth.
- Claopodium pellucinerve
- Claopodium whippleanum (Sull.) Renauld & Cardot - Whipple's Claopodium Moss
Distribution and Habitat
- Claopodium bolanderi has been noted in Antarctica and Bering Island.
- Claopodium prionophyllum is a tropical Asian species found in the Arabian Peninsula and Oman.
Morphological Characteristics
- Claopodium crispifolium forms a general mat of moss, with individual plants that sometimes have sporophytes.
- The Leskeaceae family, to which this moss belongs, are often recognized by the unusual feature of strongly catenulate.
Uses and Research
- Claopodium crispifolium has been studied for its antitumor activity.
Further Information
- Catalogue of Life
- Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
- Encyclopedia of Life
- Tropicos
- CalPhotos