Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Genus:
Species:
moniliformis
ID:
1213854

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J. Engel

Source:
tro

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Cryptog. Bryol. 26: 73 2005

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001213192



Common Names

  • Kurzia moniliformis
  • Moniliform Kurzia
  • Moniliform Moss


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Description

Kurzia moniliformis (also called 'Beaded Kurzia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial plant with a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Kurzia moniliformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kurzia moniliformis has small, yellow-green flowers, and its seeds are small, black and glossy. Its seedlings are small, green and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kurzia moniliformis can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Kurzia moniliformis

Kurzia moniliformis can be found in moist, shady forests in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Kurzia moniliformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kurzia moniliformis?

Kurzia moniliformis

What is the common name of Kurzia moniliformis?

Moniliformis

What type of plant is Kurzia moniliformis?

Moss

Species in the Kurzia genus

Kurzia pauciflora, Kurzia sylvatica, Kurzia capillaris, Kurzia gonyotricha, Kurzia abietinella, Kurzia hispida, Kurzia hawaica, Kurzia bisetula, Kurzia tenerrima, Kurzia trichoclados, Kurzia nemoides, Kurzia brasiliensis, Kurzia saddlensis, Kurzia fragillima, Kurzia reversa, Kurzia lateconica, Kurzia brevicalycina, Kurzia pallescens, Kurzia verticellata, Kurzia hippuroides, Kurzia compacta, Kurzia calcarata, Kurzia sexfida, Kurzia makinoana, Kurzia pallida, Kurzia cucullifolia, Kurzia fragilifolia, Kurzia helophila, Kurzia longicaulis, Kurzia quinquespina, Kurzia mollis, Kurzia setiformis, Kurzia sinensis, Kurzia abbreviata, Kurzia borneensis, Kurzia geniculata, Kurzia lineariloba, Kurzia touwii, Kurzia moniliformis, Kurzia flagellifera, Kurzia irregularis, Kurzia mauiensis, Kurzia tayloriana, Kurzia caduciloba, Kurzia nivicola, Kurzia tasmanica, Kurzia trilobata,

Species in the Lepidoziaceae family

Acromastigum anisostomum, Acromastigum bancanum, Acromastigum bifidum, Acromastigum brotheri, Acromastigum capillare, Acromastigum colensoanum, Acromastigum cunninghamii, Acromastigum echinatiforme, Acromastigum echinatum, Acromastigum exiguum, Acromastigum exile, Acromastigum filum, Acromastigum fimbriatum, Acromastigum inaequilaterum, Acromastigum integrifolium, Acromastigum laetevirens, Acromastigum linganum, Acromastigum mooreanum, Acromastigum obliquatum, Acromastigum tenax, Acromastigum verticale, Acromastigum moratii, Acromastigum pusillum, Acromastigum stellare, Acromastigum rigidum, Acromastigum subechinatiforme, Acromastigum adaptatum, Acromastigum divaricatum, Acromastigum longirete, Acromastigum fumosum, Acromastigum furcatifolium, Acromastigum herzogii, Acromastigum homodictyon, Acromastigum implexum, Acromastigum interstisiale, Acromastigum laevigatum, Acromastigum lamyi, Acromastigum leptophyllum, Acromastigum lobuliferum, Acromastigum marginatum, Acromastigum microstichum, Acromastigum prismaticale, Acromastigum stenophyllum, Acromastigum aurescens, Acromastigum caledonicum, Acromastigum carcinum, Acromastigum cavifolium, Acromastigum curtilobum, Amazoopsis diplopoda, Amazoopsis gracilis,

References

John Jay Engel (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Engel' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35215935: Based on data supplied by Bryonames