Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
ambigua
ID:
1187721

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Nog.

Source:
tro

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 37: 241 1973

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001187059



Common Names

  • Bryowijkia ambigua
  • Ambiguous Bryowijkia
  • Ambiguous Moss


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Description

Bryowijkia ambigua (also called Bryowijkia ambigua, among many other common names) is a moss species found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small plant with a single, upright stem and a single, erect leaf. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America and can be found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bryowijkia ambigua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bryowijkia ambigua is a small, white, star-shaped flower. 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

Bryowijkia ambigua can be propagated by division of its rhizomes. Cultivation is best done in moist, acidic soil with partial shade.

Where to Find Bryowijkia ambigua

Bryowijkia ambigua is native to South Africa.

Species in the Bryowijkia genus

Species in the Bryowijkiaceae family

References

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Akira Noguchi (1907-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nog.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35169699: Based on data supplied by Bryonames