Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
elodioides
ID:
1536709

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Renauld & Cardot) B.H. Allen

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Memoirs of The New York Botanical Garden. 111: 138. 2014

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019392



Common Names

  • Helodium elodioides
  • Elodioides Helodium
  • Elodioides Moss


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Description

Helodium elodioides (also called 'Elodea-like Tooth-moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a small, yellow-green moss that typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, meadows, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Helodium elodioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in areas with moist soil. It can also be used to reduce soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helodium elodioides has small, yellow-green flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helodium elodioides is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that grows in moist, shady places. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. The plants should be kept moist and in partial shade. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Helodium elodioides

Helodium elodioides can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Helodium elodioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helodium elodioides?

Helodium elodioides

What is the common name of Helodium elodioides?

Elodioid Helodium

What type of plant is Helodium elodioides?

Moss

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100402436: Based on data supplied by Bryonames