Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
fragile
ID:
1525646

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steph.) N. Kitag.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Journal of the Hattori Botanical Laboratory. 36: 454. 1973

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011174



Common Names

  • Mastigopelma Fragile
  • Fragile's Mastigopelma
  • Fragile Mastigopelma


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Description

Mastigopelma fragile (also called 'Fragile Lepidozia', among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Lepidoziaceae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a fragile texture. It is native to the Northern Hemisphere, and is found in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands and forest floors.

Uses & Benefits

Mastigopelma fragile is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a decorative plant in homes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mastigopelma fragile has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mastigopelma fragile is a small, tufted moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by division or by spores. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plants should be grown in bright, indirect light and kept moist. They can be propagated by division or by spores.

Where to Find Mastigopelma fragile

Mastigopelma fragile can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Mastigopelma fragile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mastigopelma fragile?

Mastigopelma fragile

What is the family of Mastigopelma fragile?

Pottiaceae

What is the habitat of Mastigopelma fragile?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100462766: Based on data supplied by Bryonames