Description
Gemmabryum flavituber (also called Gemmabryum flavituber, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a short stem and branches that are usually curved. It is found in moist, shady areas in North America, Europe, and Asia. It prefers moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, meadows, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Gemmabryum flavituber is used in the production of paper, as a soil conditioner, and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gemmabryum flavituber has small, yellowish-green flowers with a single pistil and a single stamen. Its seeds are small, round, and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gemmabryum flavituber can be propagated by division, sowing seeds, or by spore propagation. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of a wide range of soils and pH levels. When growing from seed, it should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided in the spring or early summer. Spore propagation should be done in the fall or early winter.