Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
commutata
ID:
1196510

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hedw.) Ochyra

Source:
tro

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 67: 224 1989

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195848



Common Names

  • Palustriella commutata
  • Commutata Palustriella Moss
  • Commutata Moss


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Description

Palustriella commutata (also called Commutata Palustriella, among many other common names) is a small moss that is native to the tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is typically found in moist, shady areas such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Palustriella commutata is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Palustriella commutata var. fluctuans (Schimp.) Ochyra
Palustriella commutata var. irrorata (Mikut.) Ochyra
Palustriella commutata var. minor (Lesq.) Ochyra
Palustriella commutata var. commutatovirescens (J.J. Amann) Ochyra
Palustriella commutata var. diastrophylla (Brid.) Ochyra
Palustriella commutata var. sulcatoirrigata (Meyl.) Ochyra

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Palustriella commutata has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palustriella commutata is a species of moss that can be propagated by division and sowing the spores. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a pot or in the garden. It is best to use a well-draining soil mix with a pH of 5.5 to 6.5. The moss should be kept moist and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few months.

Where to Find Palustriella commutata

Palustriella commutata can be found in moist, shady places in temperate regions of Europe and North America.

Palustriella commutata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palustriella commutata?

Palustriella commutata

What type of plant is Palustriella commutata?

Moss

Where is Palustriella commutata found?

Wetlands, marshes, and bogs

Species in the Amblystegiaceae family

Tomentypnum nitens, Tomentypnum falcifolium, Tomentypnum involutum, Tomentypnum vittii, Amblystegium arvernense, Amblystegium glaziovii, Amblystegium serpens, Amblystegium sparsile, Amblystegium speirophyllum, Amblystegium subulatum, Amblystegium tenuifolium, Amblystegium chalaropelma, Amblystegium patenti-flexuosum, Amblystegium stricto-serpens, Amblystegium camisassae, Amblystegium calcareum, Amblystegium pseudosubtile, Anacamptodon africanus, Anacamptodon amblystegioides, Anacamptodon cubensis, Anacamptodon fortunei, Anacamptodon latidens, Anacamptodon splachnoides, Anacamptodon validinervis, Anacamptodon wattsii, Anacamptodon compactus, Anacamptodon marginatus, Anacamptodon minimus, Anacamptodon kamchaticus, Anacamptodon touwii, Bryostreimannia turgida, Campylium squarrosulum, Campylium amblystegioides, Campylium annamense, Campylium chrysophyllum, Campylium glaucocarpoides, Campylium insubricum, Campylium stellatum, Campylium zemliae, Campylium gollanii, Campylium longicuspis, Campylium laxifolium, Campylium protensum, Campylium bambergeri, Campylium hylocomioides, Conardia compacta, Cratoneuron filicinum, Cratoneuron curvicaule, Cratoneuropsis relaxa, Cratoneuropsis chilensis,

References

Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
Ryszard Ochyra (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ochyra' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35184247: Based on data supplied by Bryonames