Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Species:
littorale
ID:
1197635

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hampe) B.C. Tan

Source:
tro

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 70: 100 1991

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196973



Common Names

  • Littorale Moss
  • Sclerohypnum Moss
  • Cushion Moss


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Description

Sclerohypnum littorale (also called Common Forked-Liverwort, among many other common names) is a small, yellowish-green, thalloid liverwort. It is native to Europe, North America, and Asia, and it typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as in woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Sclerohypnum littorale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with moist soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sclerohypnum littorale has small, yellow-green flowers with 6 petals and 6 stamens. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sclerohypnum littorale is a tropical plant native to South America. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Sclerohypnum littorale

Sclerohypnum littorale can be found in Australia.

Sclerohypnum littorale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sclerohypnum littorale?

Sclerohypnum littorale

What is the common name of Sclerohypnum littorale?

Coastal Rock-moss

Where is Sclerohypnum littorale found?

Sclerohypnum littorale is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Sclerohypnum 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,

References

Georg Ernst Ludwig Hampe (1795-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hampe' in the authors string.
Benito Ching Tan (1946-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.C.Tan' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35186278: Based on data supplied by Bryonames