Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
norrisii
ID:
1195719

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sharp

Source:
tro

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 61: 372 1986

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195057



Common Names

  • Norrisii Trematodon Moss
  • Trematodon Moss
  • Norrisii Moss


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Description

Trematodon norrisii (also called Norris' Trematodon, among many other common names) is a small moss with a yellowish-green color and a glossy sheen. It grows in tufts or mats and is native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It is commonly found in rocky areas, grasslands, and alpine meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Trematodon norrisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trematodon norrisii has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, dark and round. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trematodon norrisii is a small, tufted moss that is native to China and Japan. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in a range of temperatures.

Where to Find Trematodon norrisii

Trematodon norrisii is found in Mexico.

Trematodon norrisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trematodon norrisii?

Trematodon norrisii

What is the common name of Trematodon norrisii?

Norris' Trematodon

What type of plant is Trematodon norrisii?

Moss

Species in the Trematodon genus

Trematodon ambiguus, Trematodon angolensis, Trematodon asanoi, Trematodon assamensis, Trematodon aureus, Trematodon bolivianus, Trematodon borbonicus, Trematodon brevicalyx, Trematodon brevicollis, Trematodon brevifolius, Trematodon brevirostris, Trematodon brevisetus, Trematodon capillifolius, Trematodon conformis, Trematodon congolensis, Trematodon crispifolius, Trematodon curvicollis, Trematodon decaryi, Trematodon dentatus, Trematodon divaricatus, Trematodon felipponei, Trematodon fendleri, Trematodon flexipes, Trematodon gymnostomus, Trematodon heterophyllus, Trematodon hildebrandtii, Trematodon hookeri, Trematodon intermixtus, Trematodon kurzii, Trematodon lacunosus, Trematodon latinervis, Trematodon lato-obtusus, Trematodon le-testui, Trematodon longicollis, Trematodon lozanoi, Trematodon ludovicae, Trematodon mackayi, Trematodon mayebarae, Trematodon mayottensis, Trematodon megapophysatus, Trematodon microthecius, Trematodon minutulus, Trematodon mirabilis, Trematodon nitidulus, Trematodon novae-hannoverae, Trematodon nudus, Trematodon palettifolius, Trematodon paradoxus, Trematodon pascuanus, Trematodon pauperifolius,

Species in the Bruchiaceae family

Bruchia queenslandica, Bruchia aurea, Bruchia bolanderi, Bruchia brevifolia, Bruchia brevipes, Bruchia carolinae, Bruchia drummondii, Bruchia eckloniana, Bruchia flexuosa, Bruchia fusca, Bruchia hallii, Bruchia hampeana, Bruchia microspora, Bruchia ravenelii, Bruchia texana, Bruchia uruguensis, Bruchia vogesiaca, Bruchia sinensis, Bruchia paricutinensis, Bruchia carinata, Eobruchia ecuatoriana, Eobruchia bruchioides, Pringleella pleuridioides, Pringleella sinensis, Pringleella subulata, Trematodon ambiguus, Trematodon angolensis, Trematodon asanoi, Trematodon assamensis, Trematodon aureus, Trematodon bolivianus, Trematodon borbonicus, Trematodon brevicalyx, Trematodon brevicollis, Trematodon brevifolius, Trematodon brevirostris, Trematodon brevisetus, Trematodon capillifolius, Trematodon conformis, Trematodon congolensis, Trematodon crispifolius, Trematodon curvicollis, Trematodon decaryi, Trematodon dentatus, Trematodon divaricatus, Trematodon felipponei, Trematodon fendleri, Trematodon flexipes, Trematodon gymnostomus, Trematodon heterophyllus,

References

Aaron John Sharp (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sharp' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35183209: Based on data supplied by Bryonames