Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
gymnostomum
ID:
1205246

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mitt.) C. Gao, Vitt, X. Fu & T. Cao

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Moss Fl. China 1: 223 1999

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001204584



Common Names

  • Pseudochorisodontium gymnostomum
  • Gymnostomous Pseudochorisodontium
  • Gymnostomous Liverwort


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Description

Pseudochorisodontium gymnostomum (also called Gymnostomum, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a tufted, spreading habit. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands, meadows, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudochorisodontium gymnostomum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used as a food source for fish and other aquatic animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudochorisodontium gymnostomum has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters on short stalks. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two, upright leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudochorisodontium gymnostomum can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. It is best grown in moist, shady areas with plenty of organic matter in the soil. It prefers a soil pH of 5.5-7.0 and should be kept moist but not wet. It can tolerate full sun but will not do well in dry conditions.

Where to Find Pseudochorisodontium gymnostomum

Pseudochorisodontium gymnostomum is found in moist soils in temperate regions of Europe, North America, and Asia.

Pseudochorisodontium gymnostomum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudochorisodontium gymnostomum?

Pseudochorisodontium gymnostomum

What is the common name of Pseudochorisodontium gymnostomum?

Gymnostomous False Tooth Moss

What type of environment does Pseudochorisodontium gymnostomum prefer?

Pseudochorisodontium gymnostomum prefers moist, shady, and rocky habitats.

Species in the Dicranaceae family

Braunfelsia angustifolia, Braunfelsia dicranoides, Braunfelsia edentula, Braunfelsia enervis, Braunfelsia plicata, Braunfelsia aenea, Braunfelsia muscicola, Brotherobryum dekockii, Brotherobryum macgregorii, Brotherobryum undulatifolium, Brotherobryum sleumeri, Chorisodontium aciphyllum, Chorisodontium mittenii, Chorisodontium nigricans, Chorisodontium setaceum, Chorisodontium speciosum, Chorisodontium dicranellatum, Chorisodontium magellanicum, Chorisodontium spegazzinii, Chorisodontium luridum, Cryptodicranum armittii, Dicnemon calycinum, Dicnemon semicryptum, Dicnemon cuspidatum, Dicnemon pancheri, Dicnemon planifolium, Dicnemon spathoideum, Dicnemon dixonianum, Dicnemon seriatum, Dicnemon cochlearifolium, Dicnemon subpiliferum, Dicnemon robbinsii, Dicnemon novae-guineae, Dicnemon aneitense, Dicranoloma angustatum, Dicranoloma arfakianum, Dicranoloma assimile, Dicranoloma australe, Dicranoloma austro-scoparium, Dicranoloma billardierei, Dicranoloma blumii, Dicranoloma brachysteleum, Dicranoloma brasiliense, Dicranoloma braunii, Dicranoloma brevifolium, Dicranoloma brevisetum, Dicranoloma calycinum, Dicranoloma capillare, Dicranoloma capillifolioides, Dicranoloma confusum,

References

William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
Chien Gao (1929-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Gao' in the authors string.
Dale Hadley Vitt (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vitt' in the authors string.
Tong Cao (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Cao' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35204480: Based on data supplied by Bryonames