Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
capillaceum
ID:
1533987

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook. f. & Wilson) Fife

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Flora of New Zealand - Mosses. 42: 1. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017817

Common Names

  • Campylopodium capillaceum
  • Capillaceum Campylopodium
  • Capillaceum Moss

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Description

Campylopodium capillaceum (also called as the Capillary Moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss belonging to the family Dicranaceae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a glossy sheen. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, forests, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Campylopodium capillaceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campylopodium capillaceum has small yellow flowers, with a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Campylopodium capillaceum is done through spores. The spores are sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy compost in a shady position. The spores should be kept moist and warm. The plants should be kept in a cool, moist environment and should be kept away from direct sunlight.

Where to Find Campylopodium capillaceum

Campylopodium capillaceum can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Campylopodium capillaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campylopodium capillaceum?

Campylopodium capillaceum

What is the common name of Campylopodium capillaceum?

Capillaceum Campylopodium

What is the habitat of Campylopodium capillaceum?

It is found in dry habitats, such as rocky outcrops and open woodlands

Species in the Dicranellaceae family

Bryotestua brevicuspis, Bryotestua longicuspis, Campylopodium lineare, Campylopodium phascoides, Campylopodium euchlorum, Campylopodium capillaceum, Dicranella elegans, Dicranella fontana, Dicranella acroclada, Dicranella affinis, Dicranella alpina, Dicranella amplexans, Dicranella angustifolia, Dicranella apolensis, Dicranella apophysatula, Dicranella argentinica, Dicranella ascensionica, Dicranella aulacocarpa, Dicranella austro-sinensis, Dicranella baileyana, Dicranella barbensis, Dicranella barnesii, Dicranella bicolor, Dicranella boliviana, Dicranella borbonica, Dicranella brachyangia, Dicranella brachyblepharis, Dicranella breviseta, Dicranella caldensis, Dicranella callosa, Dicranella cameruniae, Dicranella campylophylla, Dicranella cerviculata, Dicranella circinata, Dicranella coarctata, Dicranella consimilis, Dicranella cratericola, Dicranella crinalis, Dicranella crispa, Dicranella densifolia, Dicranella dietrichiae, Dicranella dilatatinervis, Dicranella ditissima, Dicranella ditrichoides, Dicranella divaricata, Dicranella divaricatula, Dicranella dussii, Dicranella elata, Dicranella erectotheca, Dicranella euryphylla,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100481446: Based on data supplied by Bryonames