Status:
valid
Authors:
J.R. Rohrer
Source:
tro
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Bryologist 89: 29. f. 6–9 1986
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195312
Common Names
- Elmeriobryum guatemalense
- Guatemalan Elmeriobryum
- Guatemalan Moss
Description
Elmeriobryum guatemalense (also called 'Elmeriobryum guatemalense var. guatemalense', among many other common names) is a species of moss native to Central and South America. It is a small, cushion-forming moss with a yellow-green color and a prostrate growth form. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in the understory of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Elmeriobryum guatemalense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elmeriobryum guatemalense has small, yellowish-green flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elmeriobryum guatemalense is a species of moss that can be cultivated and propagated by division of the plant. The plant is best grown in moist, shady areas with acidic soil. It can also be propagated by spore sowing, which is done by collecting the spores from the plant and sowing them in a moist, shady area with acidic soil.
Where to Find Elmeriobryum guatemalense
Elmeriobryum guatemalense can be found in Central America.
Elmeriobryum guatemalense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elmeriobryum guatemalense?
Elmeriobryum guatemalense
What type of plant is Elmeriobryum guatemalense?
A moss
Where is Elmeriobryum guatemalense found?
Central America
Species in the Elmeriobryum genus
Species in the Hypnaceae family
Acritodon nephophilus,
Austrohondaella limata,
Bryosedgwickia barlassinae,
Chryso-hypnum elegantulum,
Chryso-hypnum patens,
Chryso-hypnum diminutivum,
Chryso-hypnum demaretii,
Chryso-hypnum cavifolium,
Chryso-hypnum frondosum,
Chryso-hypnum crosbyi,
Chryso-hypnum hylophilum,
Chryso-hypnum rostratulum,
Chryso-hypnum smithii,
Crepidophyllum modestum,
Ctenidiadelphus plumularia,
Cyathothecium distichaceum,
Dacryophyllum falcifolium,
Ectropotheciella decrescens,
Ectropotheciella distichophylla,
Ectropotheciopsis novoguineensis,
Ectropothecium glossophylloides,
Ectropothecium laxirete,
Ectropothecium aciculare,
Ectropothecium adnatum,
Ectropothecium aeruginosum,
Ectropothecium affine,
Ectropothecium afromolluscum,
Ectropothecium andrei,
Ectropothecium aneitense,
Ectropothecium angusto-textum,
Ectropothecium anisophyllum,
Ectropothecium annamense,
Ectropothecium arcuatum,
Ectropothecium arfakense,
Ectropothecium aubertii,
Ectropothecium aureo-crispum,
Ectropothecium aureum,
Ectropothecium aurifolium,
Ectropothecium barbelloides,
Ectropothecium bingerianum,
Ectropothecium bowiei,
Ectropothecium brachycladulum,
Ectropothecium brevifalcatum,
Ectropothecium buitenzorgii,
Ectropothecium burmense,
Ectropothecium campaniforme,
Ectropothecium campanulatum,
Ectropothecium capillisetum,
Ectropothecium carolinarum,
Ectropothecium chamissonis,