Kingdom:
Phylum:
Buxbaumiidae
Order:
Buxbaumiales
Genus:
Species:
symmetrica
ID:
1186917

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.C. Chen & X.J. Li

Source:
tro

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 9: 279. pl. 30 1964

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001186255



Common Names

  • Symmetric buxbaumia
  • Symmetric buxbaumia moss
  • Symmetric buxbaumia plant


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Description

Buxbaumia symmetrica (also called Buxbaumia, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green moss with a thin, glossy, and smooth texture. It is native to Asia, Europe, and North America, and is found in a variety of habitats, including moist soil, rocks, and tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Buxbaumia symmetrica has been used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a food source. It is also used for erosion control and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Buxbaumia symmetrica is small, white and has four petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and long with small leaves.

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Where to Find Buxbaumia symmetrica

Buxbaumia symmetrica is found in Europe, North America, and Asia.

Buxbaumia symmetrica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buxbaumia symmetrica?

Buxbaumia symmetrica

What is the common name of Buxbaumia symmetrica?

Unknown

What is the habitat of Buxbaumia symmetrica?

Unknown

References

Pan Chieh Chen (b.1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Chen' in the authors string.
Xing Jiang Li (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.J.Li' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35168309: Based on data supplied by Bryonames