Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Genus:
Species:
asparus
ID:
1203618

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tixier

Source:
tro

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Bryophyt. Biblioth. 18: 64. f. 6 1979

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001202956



Common Names

  • Herbertus asparus
  • Asparus Herbertus
  • Asparus' Herbertus


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Description

Herbertus asparus (also called 'Asparagus Fern' and 'Asparagus Moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Bartramiaceae. It is a small, cushion-forming moss that grows in tufts. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Herbertus asparus is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and diarrhea. It is also used as an ornamental plant in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Herbertus asparus is a small, yellowish-green structure with a single perianth. The seed is a small, yellowish-green structure with a single perianth. The seedlings are small, yellowish-green structures with a single perianth.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Herbertus asparus is best done by sowing the spores on a moist surface. The spores should be kept in a cool, dark place until ready to use. Once the spores have germinated, the young plants should be transplanted into a suitable substrate. The substrate should be kept moist and the plants should be given adequate light and humidity.

Where to Find Herbertus asparus

Herbertus asparus can be found in Europe, North America, and Asia.

Herbertus asparus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Herbertus asparus?

Herbertus asparus

What type of plant is Herbertus asparus?

Moss

Where is Herbertus asparus found?

North America

Species in the Herbertus genus

Herbertus norenus, Herbertus aduncus, Herbertus hawaiiensis, Herbertus stramineus, Herbertus juniperoideus, Herbertus runcinatus, Herbertus bivittatus, Herbertus dicranus, Herbertus asparus, Herbertus arcticus, Herbertus azoricus, Herbertus hutchinsiae, Herbertus borealis, Herbertus udarii, Herbertus subrotundatus, Herbertus longispinus, Herbertus sendtneri, Herbertus ceylanicus, Herbertus longifissus, Herbertus delavayi, Herbertus kurzii, Herbertus herpocladioides, Herbertus helleri, Herbertus ramosus, Herbertus leratii, Herbertus evittatus, Herbertus streimannii, Herbertus gaochienii, Herbertus durandii, Herbertus buchii, Herbertus spicatus, Herbertus mauritianus, Herbertus pocsii, Herbertus tenuis, Herbertus guangdongii, Herbertus oldfieldianus, Herbertus pilifer, Herbertus pumilus, Herbertus gracilis, Herbertus lochobasis,

Species in the Herbertaceae family

Herbertus norenus, Herbertus aduncus, Herbertus hawaiiensis, Herbertus stramineus, Herbertus juniperoideus, Herbertus runcinatus, Herbertus bivittatus, Herbertus dicranus, Herbertus asparus, Herbertus arcticus, Herbertus azoricus, Herbertus hutchinsiae, Herbertus borealis, Herbertus udarii, Herbertus subrotundatus, Herbertus longispinus, Herbertus sendtneri, Herbertus ceylanicus, Herbertus longifissus, Herbertus delavayi, Herbertus kurzii, Herbertus herpocladioides, Herbertus helleri, Herbertus ramosus, Herbertus leratii, Herbertus evittatus, Herbertus streimannii, Herbertus gaochienii, Herbertus durandii, Herbertus buchii, Herbertus spicatus, Herbertus mauritianus, Herbertus pocsii, Herbertus tenuis, Herbertus guangdongii, Herbertus oldfieldianus, Herbertus pilifer, Herbertus pumilus, Herbertus gracilis, Herbertus lochobasis, Schisma orizabense, Schisma uleanum, Triandrophyllum symmetricum, Triandrophyllum eophyllum, Triandrophyllum fernandeziense, Triandrophyllum heterophyllum, Triandrophyllum subtrifidum,

References

Pierre Tixier (1918-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tixier' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35202314: Based on data supplied by Bryonames