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Neckeropsis Mosses

The genus Neckeropsis encompasses several moss species, including Neckeropsis disticha and Neckeropsis undulata. These nonvascular plants belong to the family Neckeraceae.

Scientific and Common Names

• Neckeropsis disticha (Hedw.) Kindb.: Also known as Neckeropsis Moss.
• Neckeropsis undulata (Hedw.) Reichardt: Commonly called Undulate Neckeropsis Moss.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

• Genus: Neckeropsis Reichardt
• Family: Neckeraceae
• Rank: Species
• Synonyms: Mentions alternative scientific names and synonymy discussions for various species, although specific synonyms aren't listed here. Note: The original text references taxonomic serial numbers (TSN 16560) for Neckeropsis.

Distribution and Habitat

• The genus is found in Asia and the Pacific region.
• Neckeropsis undulata has been reported in the USA.
• Historically excluded from the Hawaiian flora in early studies, Neckeropsis is now confirmed as a component of the Hawaiian flora.

Ecological Role

• Neckeropsis undulata is described as an epiphytic moss.

Morphological Characteristics

• Neckeropsis are nonvascular plants, categorized as mosses.
• Some Neckeropsis species have leaf-like structures.
• The text mentions "robust" plants growing to a certain size (c.), although a specific measurement is not given.

Interactions with Other Organisms

• The Black-capped Piprites (Piprites pileata) is noted to build nests using Neckeropsis undulata and Orthostichella versicolor mosses.

Further Information

• References are made to several publications, including:
  • Touw, A. (1962), Revision of the moss-genus Neckeropsis (Neckeracerae) I. Asiatic and. Pacific species, Blumea 11: 373–425.
  • Gangulee (1969-80, Fig. 693) Touw (1962, Pl. 16, figs. 1-10).
  • British Database of World Flora and Fauna
  • Encyclopedia of Life