Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Hedwigiales
Genus:
Species:
nemoralis
ID:
1535417

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ignatova, Ignatov & Fedosov

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Arctoa. 25(2): 252. 2016

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000018630



Common Names

  • Hedwigia Nemoralis
  • Nemoralis Moss
  • Nemoralis Haircap Moss


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Description

Hedwigia nemoralis (also called Woodland Hedwigia, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Hedwigidiaceae. It is found in temperate and tropical regions of the world, typically in moist, shady habitats such as forests, woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hedwigia nemoralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hedwigia nemoralis has small, yellow-green flowers and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedwigia nemoralis can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soils in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including clay soils. It can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Hedwigia nemoralis

Hedwigia nemoralis can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Hedwigia nemoralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedwigia nemoralis?

Hedwigia nemoralis

What is the common name of Hedwigia nemoralis?

Hedwigia nemoralis

What type of plant is Hedwigia nemoralis?

Fern

Species in the Hedwigiaceae family

Braunia alopecura, Braunia arbuscula, Braunia attenuata, Braunia camptoclada, Braunia cirrhifolia, Braunia cochlearifolia, Braunia diaphana, Braunia entodonticarpa, Braunia exserta, Braunia macropelma, Braunia plicata, Braunia rupestris, Braunia schimperi, Braunia secunda, Braunia squarrulosa, Braunia subincana, Braunia subplicata, Braunia nephelogenes, Braunia tucumanensis, Braunia andrieuxii, Braunia argentinica, Braunia canescens, Braunia incana, Hedwigia ciliata, Hedwigia filiformis, Hedwigia nivalis, Hedwigia stellata, Hedwigia detonsa, Hedwigia brevipilifera, Hedwigia emodica, Hedwigia striata, Hedwigia czernyadjevae, Hedwigia kuzenevae, Hedwigia mollis, Hedwigia nemoralis, Hedwigidium imberbe, Hedwigidium neelgiriensis, Pararhacocarpus patagonicus, Pseudobraunia californica, Rhacocarpus alpinus, Rhacocarpus apiculatus, Rhacocarpus chlorotus, Rhacocarpus excisus, Rhacocarpus inermis, Rhacocarpus purpurascens, Rhacocarpus rehmannianus, Rhacocarpus strictipilus,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100450296: Based on data supplied by Bryonames