Kingdom:
Phylum:
Andreaeobryopsida
Order:
Andreaeobryales
Species:
macrosporum
ID:
1147412

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steere & B.M. Murray

Source:
tro

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 33: 407. 1976

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001146750



Common Names

  • Andreaeobryum Macrosporum
  • Andreaeobryum Macro Moss
  • Andreaeobryum Moss


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Uses & Benefits

Andreaeobryum macrosporum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used in xeriscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andreaeobryum macrosporum has small, yellowish-green flowers, which are followed by small, brown, egg-shaped seeds. The seedlings have a single, erect leaf, which is usually curved and has a pointed tip.

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Where to Find Andreaeobryum macrosporum

Andreaeobryum macrosporum is native to Europe and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Species in the Andreaeobryum genus

Species in the Andreaeobryaceae family

References

William Campbell Steere (1907-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steere' in the authors string.
Barbara Mitchell Murray (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.M.Murray' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35100325: Based on data supplied by Bryonames