Serpoleskea minutissima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minutissima
ID:
1536694
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sull. & Lesq.) W.R. Buck & B.H. Allen
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Bryophyte Diversity and Evolution. 39(1): 70. 2017
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019383
Common Names
- Serpoleskea minutissima
- Minutissima Serpoleskea
- Minutissima Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Serpoleskea minutissima (also called Serpoleskea minutissima, among many other common names) is a small, tufted moss with short, erect stems and small, ovate leaves. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is typically found in wet, acidic habitats such as bogs, fens, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Serpoleskea minutissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in areas with moist soil. It can also be used to reduce soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Serpoleskea minutissima has small, yellow-green flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Serpoleskea minutissima is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that grows in moist, shady places. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. The plants should be kept moist and in partial shade. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Serpoleskea minutissima
Serpoleskea minutissima can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Serpoleskea minutissima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Serpoleskea minutissima?
Serpoleskea minutissima
What is the common name of Serpoleskea minutissima?
Minute Serpoleskea
What type of plant is Serpoleskea minutissima?
Moss
Species in the Serpoleskea genus
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
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100463070: Based on data supplied by Bryonames