Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dixon) W.R. Buck
Source:
tro
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 36: 87 1984
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194762
Common Names
- Platygyriella fragilifolia
- Fragile-leaved Platygyriella Moss
- Fragile-leaved Moss
Description
Platygyriella fragilifolia (also called Fragile Fork-Moss, among many other common names) is a moss species found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a small, delicate moss with a pale green color and a forked branching pattern. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, forests, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Platygyriella fragilifolia is a species of moss that is commonly used as a decorative element in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Platygyriella fragilifolia has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Platygyriella fragilifolia is a species of moss that can be propagated through spore dispersal. It prefers moist, shady environments and can be cultivated in a potting mix or soil. It can also be propagated through division of the plant.
Where to Find Platygyriella fragilifolia
Platygyriella fragilifolia is found in the Mediterranean region.
Platygyriella fragilifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platygyriella fragilifolia?
Platygyriella fragilifolia
What type of plant is Platygyriella fragilifolia?
Moss
Where is Platygyriella fragilifolia found?
North and South America
Species in the Platygyriella 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,