Status:
valid
Authors:
R.S. Williams
Source:
tro
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Bryologist 29: 37. pl. 3: f. 1–9 1926
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001184238
Common Names
- Herrerae Hygrodicranum
- Hygrodicranum Herrerae
- Hygrodicranum herrerae Moss
Description
Hygrodicranum herrerae (also called Herrera's Hygro, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the Amblystegiaceae family. It is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia, growing in moist, shady areas such as wet rocks, tree trunks, and soil. It has an upright habit, with stems reaching up to 3 cm in height and bearing oval-shaped leaves with pointed tips.
Uses & Benefits
Hygrodicranum herrerae is used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control, as well as a ground cover and ornamental plant. It is also used to create habitats for wildlife, and as a natural mulch for gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hygrodicranum herrerae has small, yellowish-green flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are slender with a single stem and two opposite leaves.
Where to Find Hygrodicranum herrerae
Hygrodicranum herrerae can be found in the tropical regions of South America and Africa.
Species in the Hygrodicranum genus
Species in the Aongstroemiaceae family
Aongstroemia filiformis,
Aongstroemia appressa,
Aongstroemia gayana,
Aongstroemia julacea,
Aongstroemia longipes,
Aongstroemia orientalis,
Aongstroemia subcompressa,
Aongstroemia skorpili,
Aongstroemiopsis julacea,
Diobelonella palustris,
Diobelonella rotundata,
Hygrodicranum bolivianum,
Hygrodicranum falklandicum,
Hygrodicranum herrerae,
Polymerodon andinus,
Dichodontium debile,
Dichodontium integrum,
Dichodontium olympicum,
Dichodontium pellucidum,
Dichodontium flavescens,
Dichodontium zgodon,
Neodicranella hamulosa,