Kingdom:
Phylum:
Metzgeriidae
Order:
Metzgeriales
Family:
Species:
alata
ID:
1200626

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gottsche & Rabenh.) Trevis.

Source:
tro

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Mem. Reale Ist. Lombardo Sci., Ser. 3, Cl. Sci. Mat. 4: 431 1877

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001199964



Common Names

  • Acrostolia alata
  • Alata Moss
  • Alata Acrostolia


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Description

Acrostolia alata (also called Winged Acrostolia, among many other common names) is a small moss with a creeping stem and small, bright green, ovate leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in humid, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acrostolia alata is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and ponds. It is also used to filter water and remove pollutants from the water.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acrostolia alata is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acrostolia alata can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. It prefers moist, shady conditions and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer and watered regularly. It is also important to keep the soil slightly acidic.

Where to Find Acrostolia alata

Acrostolia alata can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Acrostolia alata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acrostolia alata?

Acrostolia alata

What is the common name of Acrostolia alata?

Alata moss

What type of plant is Acrostolia alata?

Moss

Species in the Acrostolia genus

Species in the Aneuraceae family

Acrostolia alata, Aneura pinguis, Aneura ledermannii, Aneura marianensis, Aneura crateriformis, Aneura latissima, Aneura macrostachya, Aneura novaecaledoniae, Aneura sharpii, Aneura brasiliensis, Aneura maxima, Aneura blasioides, Aneura eskuchei, Aneura singalangana, Aneura gemmifera, Aneura hirsuta, Aneura subcanaliculata, Aneura keniae, Aneura vincentina, Aneura giangena, Aneura gibbsiana, Aneura gigantea, Aneura glaucescens, Aneura goebeliana, Aneura husteinii, Aneura imbricata, Aneura intermedia, Aneura kaguensis, Aneura latemultifida, Aneura mirabilis, Aneura novaguineensis, Aneura nymanii, Aneura pellucida, Aneura amboinensis, Aneura augustae, Aneura polyantha, Aneura biflora, Aneura puiggarii, Aneura breutelii, Aneura brevifolia, Aneura punctata, Aneura brevissima, Aneura cerebrata, Aneura rodwayi, Aneura roraimensis, Aneura rotangicola, Aneura serrulata, Aneura crinita, Aneura squarrosa, Aneura crumii,

References

Vittore Benedetto Antonio Trevisan de Saint-Léon (1818-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trevis.' in the authors string.
Gottlob Ludwig Rabenhorst (1806-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rabenh.' in the authors string.
Carl Moritz Gottsche (1808-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gottsche' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35190612: Based on data supplied by Bryonames