Description
Brachymenium apiculatum (also called Apiculate Brachymenium, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Brachytheciaceae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with ovate-lanceolate leaves that are up to 2.5 mm long. It is native to the Americas, Europe, and temperate Asia, and it grows in moist, shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brachymenium apiculatum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brachymenium apiculatum is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C).