Abstract

Three genera, viz., Aulacopilum, Erpodium and Solmsiella are recognized in the moss family Erpodiaceae. Aulacopilum and Erpodium have 2 species each while Solmsiella has only one. Aulacopilum beccarii and Erpodium glaziovii are added to the moss flora of Asia, and South and Southeast Asia respectively. Aulacopilum glaucum is added to the moss flora of India. The name Aulacopilum beccarii is resuscitated. The genera and species are keyed out. Apart from a detailed description and information on habitat, each species is illustrated and its distribution is mapped.

Keyword: Aulacopilum, Erpodiaceae, Erpodium, Solmsiella.