Costesia macrocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gigaspermidae
Order:
Gigaspermales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
1215227
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schimp.) Cuvertino, Miserere & Buffa
Source:
tro
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Bryologist 112: 288 2009
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001214565
Common Names
- Costesia macrocarpa
- Macrocarpa Costesia
- Large-fruited Costesia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Costesia macrocarpa (also called Costesia, among many other common names) is a small moss species with a creeping habit and small, ovate leaves. It is native to the Arctic and Subarctic regions of North America, Europe, and Asia, and can be found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Costesia macrocarpa is used for ornamental purposes and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Costesia macrocarpa has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, green and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Costesia macrocarpa is a moss that is best propagated by division. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be cultivated in a potting mix of sphagnum moss, peat, and sand. It should be kept moist and shaded, and can be propagated by dividing the clumps of moss and replanting them.
Where to Find Costesia macrocarpa
Costesia macrocarpa is native to Europe and North America. It is found in wet and moist habitats, such as bogs, fens, and wet meadows.
Costesia macrocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Costesia macrocarpa?
Costesia macrocarpa
What is the common name of Costesia macrocarpa?
Costesia macrocarpa
What type of plant is Costesia macrocarpa?
Moss
Species in the Costesia genus
Species in the Gigaspermaceae family
References
Wilhelm Philippe Schimper (1808-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schimp.' in the authors string.
Jorge Andrés Vittoria Cuvertino Santoni (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuvertino' in the authors string.
Luca Miserere (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miserere' in the authors string.
Giorgio Buffa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buffa' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35217996: Based on data supplied by Bryonames