Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Species:
strictifolius
ID:
1183862

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Broth.) Broth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. (ed. 2) 11: 444 1925

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001183200



Common Names

  • Glossadelphus Strictifolius
  • Strictifolius Moss
  • Strictifolius Glossadelphus


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Description

Glossadelphus strictifolius (also called Strict-leaved Glossadelphus, among many other common names) is a moss species native to the western Mediterranean region. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and has a cushion-like form with small, yellow-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Glossadelphus strictifolius is often used as an ornamental plant in aquariums, terrariums, and other water features. It is also used as a soil stabilizer in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Glossadelphus strictifolius has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like structure. The seeds are small, black and glossy, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glossadelphus strictifolius is a small moss that grows in tufts or mats. It is found in moist, shady habitats in temperate regions. It can be propagated by division of the tufts or mats. It can also be propagated from spores, which are spread by wind or water.

Where to Find Glossadelphus strictifolius

Glossadelphus strictifolius is native to Europe and Asia.

Glossadelphus strictifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glossadelphus strictifolius?

Glossadelphus strictifolius

What type of plant is Glossadelphus strictifolius?

It is a species of moss.

Where is Glossadelphus strictifolius found?

It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

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,

References

Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35162496: Based on data supplied by Bryonames