Hymenoloma compactum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Scouleriales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
compactum
ID:
1212888
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schwägr.) Ochyra
Source:
tro
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Biodivers. Poland 3: 114 2003
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001212226
Common Names
- Hymenoloma compactum
- Compactum Hymenoloma
- Compact Hymenoloma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hymenoloma compactum (also called Hymenoloma compacta, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Hymenolomataceae. It is found in the Americas, Europe, and Asia. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a thalloid growth form, and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenoloma compactum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hymenoloma compactum has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenoloma compactum is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep moist and in bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Hymenoloma compactum
Hymenoloma compactum can be found in wetland habitats in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Hymenoloma compactum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenoloma compactum?
Hymenoloma compactum
What is the common name of Hymenoloma compactum?
Compact Hymenoloma
What is the habitat of Hymenoloma compactum?
It is found in deciduous and coniferous forests in Europe, Asia, and North America
Species in the Hymenoloma genus
Hymenoloma subglobosum, Hymenoloma turpe, Hymenoloma alpinum, Hymenoloma antarcticum, Hymenoloma brevifolium, Hymenoloma compactum, Hymenoloma crispulum, Hymenoloma dryptodontoides, Hymenoloma funiculipes, Hymenoloma grimmiaceum, Hymenoloma indicum, Hymenoloma insulare, Hymenoloma macrosporum, Hymenoloma subtortifolium, Hymenoloma tortifolium, Hymenoloma mulahacenii, Hymenoloma immersum,
Species in the Hymenolomataceae family
Holodontium strictum, Hymenoloma subglobosum, Hymenoloma turpe, Hymenoloma alpinum, Hymenoloma antarcticum, Hymenoloma brevifolium, Hymenoloma compactum, Hymenoloma crispulum, Hymenoloma dryptodontoides, Hymenoloma funiculipes, Hymenoloma grimmiaceum, Hymenoloma indicum, Hymenoloma insulare, Hymenoloma macrosporum, Hymenoloma subtortifolium, Hymenoloma tortifolium, Hymenoloma mulahacenii, Hymenoloma immersum, Valdonia microcarpa,
References
Christian Friedrich Schwaegrichen (1775-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwägr.' in the authors string.
Ryszard Ochyra (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ochyra' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35214735: Based on data supplied by Bryonames