Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
smaragdinus
ID:
1166838

Status:
valid

Authors:
Paris & Broth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Rev. Bryol. 36: 10 1909

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001166176



Common Names

  • Entodon smaragdinus
  • Emerald Entodon
  • Smaragdinus Entodon


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Description

Entodon smaragdinus (also called Emerald Bristle Moss, among many other common names) is a small moss species found in the Northern Hemisphere. It has a reddish stem and a yellowish-green leaf. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Entodon smaragdinus is a small moss that is commonly used as an ornamental ground cover in gardens and lawns. It is also used to help retain moisture in soil and for erosion control. It can be used to create a natural looking landscape and is a great choice for areas with high foot traffic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Entodon smaragdinus has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. Seed: The seeds of Entodon smaragdinus are small and black. Seedlings: Entodon smaragdinus seedlings are small and have a light green coloration.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Entodon smaragdinus can be cultivated and propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. Division is the most common method, as it is the quickest and easiest way to propagate the plant. Cuttings can be taken from the plant in spring or early summer and rooted in a potting mix. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer in a potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Entodon smaragdinus

Entodon smaragdinus can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Entodon genus

Entodon abbreviatus, Entodon argyreus, Entodon beyrichii, Entodon brevirostris, Entodon brevisetus, Entodon calycinus, Entodon cernuus, Entodon challengeri, Entodon chloropus, Entodon cladorrhizans, Entodon columnaris, Entodon complicatus, Entodon conchophyllus, Entodon concinnus, Entodon corbieri, Entodon cupressiformis, Entodon curvatus, Entodon cymbifolius, Entodon denticuspis, Entodon distans, Entodon divergens, Entodon diversinervis, Entodon dolichocucullatus, Entodon dregeanus, Entodon drepanoides, Entodon expallens, Entodon felicis, Entodon flavescens, Entodon flavissimus, Entodon flavovirens, Entodon flexipes, Entodon floridanus, Entodon fulvonitens, Entodon geminidens, Entodon giraldii, Entodon gracilis, Entodon gracilisetus, Entodon hampeanus, Entodon incurvatus, Entodon jamesonii, Entodon laetus, Entodon laxo-alaris, Entodon lindbergii, Entodon longifolius, Entodon luridus, Entodon luteonitens, Entodon mackaviensis, Entodon macropodus, Entodon madagassus, Entodon mechoacanus,

Species in the Entodontaceae family

Entodon abbreviatus, Entodon argyreus, Entodon beyrichii, Entodon brevirostris, Entodon brevisetus, Entodon calycinus, Entodon cernuus, Entodon challengeri, Entodon chloropus, Entodon cladorrhizans, Entodon columnaris, Entodon complicatus, Entodon conchophyllus, Entodon concinnus, Entodon corbieri, Entodon cupressiformis, Entodon curvatus, Entodon cymbifolius, Entodon denticuspis, Entodon distans, Entodon divergens, Entodon diversinervis, Entodon dolichocucullatus, Entodon dregeanus, Entodon drepanoides, Entodon expallens, Entodon felicis, Entodon flavescens, Entodon flavissimus, Entodon flavovirens, Entodon flexipes, Entodon floridanus, Entodon fulvonitens, Entodon geminidens, Entodon giraldii, Entodon gracilis, Entodon gracilisetus, Entodon hampeanus, Entodon incurvatus, Entodon jamesonii, Entodon laetus, Entodon laxo-alaris, Entodon lindbergii, Entodon longifolius, Entodon luridus, Entodon luteonitens, Entodon mackaviensis, Entodon macropodus, Entodon madagassus, Entodon mechoacanus,

References

Jean Édouard Gabriel Narcisse Paris (1827-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paris' in the authors string.
Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35134823: Based on data supplied by Bryonames