Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
scutatus
ID:
1197014

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F. Weber & D. Mohr) Spruce

Source:
tro

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Trans. Bot. Soc. Edinburgh 3: 209 1850

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196352

Common Names

  • Harpanthus scutatus
  • Scutatus Harpanthus
  • Scutatus Fork-Moss

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Description

Harpanthus scutatus (also called Shield Harpanthus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, evergreen plant with a creeping stem and fan-shaped leaves. It is native to North America and Europe and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Harpanthus scutatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Harpanthus scutatus has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters on the stem. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Harpanthus scutatus is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the rootstock or by seed. When propagating by seed, it is best to sow the seeds in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and protected from direct sunlight. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought and frost.

Where to Find Harpanthus scutatus

Harpanthus scutatus is native to the mountains of Europe and North America.

References

Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.
Friedrich Weber (1781-1823): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Weber' in the authors string.
Daniel Matthias Heinrich Mohr (1780-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Mohr' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35185195: Based on data supplied by Bryonames