Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
loreus
ID:
1175518

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hedw.) Warnst.

Source:
tro

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Krypt.-Fl. Brandenburg, Laubm. 2: 922, f. 1, 7 [p. 926] 1906

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001174856



Common Names

  • Rhytidiadelphus loreus
  • Rhytidiadelphus Loreus
  • Rhytidiadelphus loreus


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Description

Rhytidiadelphus loreus (also called Lore's Bristle-moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Hylocomiaceae. It is found in Europe, Asia, and North America. It typically grows in moist, shady places, such as forests, meadows, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Rhytidiadelphus loreus is used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control. It is also used as a ground cover and for landscaping purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhytidiadelphus loreus is small and inconspicuous, with a single yellowish-green petal. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, upright plant with a single stem and small, round leaves.

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Where to Find Rhytidiadelphus loreus

Rhytidiadelphus loreus can be found in the western United States, especially in California.

Rhytidiadelphus loreus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhytidiadelphus loreus?

Rhytidiadelphus loreus

What type of plant is Rhytidiadelphus loreus?

Evergreen shrub

Where is Rhytidiadelphus loreus found?

South America

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

Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
Carl Warnstorf (1837-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warnst.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35148984: Based on data supplied by Bryonames