Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
sharpii
ID:
1197538

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.A. Crum & L.E. Anderson) W.R. Buck & H.A. Crum

Source:
tro

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 17: 64 1990

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196876



Common Names

  • Leptohymenium sharpii
  • Sharp's Leptohymenium
  • Sharp's Moss


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Description

Leptohymenium sharpii (also called Sharp's Leptohymenium, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in North America and Europe. It is a medium-sized moss with a yellow-green color and a velvety texture. It grows in damp, shady areas, such as woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Leptohymenium sharpii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used in the construction of green roofs and walls.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptohymenium sharpii has small, white flowers, with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptohymenium sharpii is a small, tufted moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by division of the tufts or by spores. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It is best grown in a potting mix that is rich in organic matter and has good drainage. It should be kept moist, but not soggy. It is best to fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Leptohymenium sharpii

Leptohymenium sharpii can be found in the Caucasus Mountains of Russia and Georgia.

Leptohymenium sharpii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptohymenium sharpii?

Leptohymenium sharpii

What is the common name of Leptohymenium sharpii?

Leptohymenium sharpii

What is the habitat of Leptohymenium sharpii?

Leptohymenium sharpii is found in moist, shaded habitats such as forests and grasslands.

Species in the Hylocomiaceae family

Hylocomiastrum himalayanum, Hylocomiastrum pyrenaicum, Hylocomiastrum umbratum, Hylocomium splendens, Leptohymenium brachystegium, Leptohymenium breutelii, Leptohymenium dentatum, Leptohymenium hokinense, Leptohymenium longisetaceum, Leptohymenium loriferum, Leptohymenium stramineum, Leptohymenium tenue, Leptohymenium sharpii, Loeskeobryum brevirostre, Loeskeobryum cavifolium, Macrothamnium javense, Macrothamnium macrocarpum, Macrothamnium leptohymenioides, Meteoriella soluta, Neodolichomitra yunnanensis, Orontobryum hookeri, Orontobryum darjeelingensis, Pleurozium schreberi, Pleurozium quitense, Puiggariopsis aurifolia, Rhytidiadelphus loreus, Rhytidiadelphus squarrosus, Rhytidiadelphus japonicus, Rhytidiadelphus subpinnatus, Rhytidiadelphus pacificus, Rhytidiopsis robusta, Leptocladiella delicatula, Leptocladiella flagellaris, Leptocladiella psilura, Hylocomiadelphus triquetrus,

References

William Russel Buck (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Buck' in the authors string.
Howard Alvin Crum (1922-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Crum' in the authors string.
Lewis Edward Anderson (1912-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Anderson' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35186166: Based on data supplied by Bryonames