Status:
valid
Authors:
Dixon
Source:
tro
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Africa 8: 214. 15 1920
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001182448
Common Names
- Lindbergia Viridis
- Viridis Moss
- Viridis
Description
Lindbergia viridis (also called Green Lindbergia, among many other common names) is a small moss with a stem up to 4 cm long and leaves up to 1.5 mm long. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in moist, shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Lindbergia viridis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. It is also used in landscaping and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lindbergia viridis is yellow, with a white center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Where to Find Lindbergia viridis
Lindbergia viridis is found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.
Lindbergia viridis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lindbergia viridis?
Lindbergia viridis
What is the common name of Lindbergia viridis?
Viridis Lindbergia
What is the family of Lindbergia viridis?
Pottiaceae
Species in the Lindbergia genus
Lindbergia geniculata,
Lindbergia dagestanica,
Lindbergia maritima,
Lindbergia brachyptera,
Lindbergia haplocladioides,
Lindbergia japonica,
Lindbergia koelzii,
Lindbergia mexicana,
Lindbergia ovata,
Lindbergia patentifolia,
Lindbergia pseudoleskeoides,
Lindbergia sinensis,
Lindbergia viridis,
Lindbergia longinervis,
Lindbergia brevifolia,
Lindbergia pellicula,
Lindbergia serrulata,
Lindbergia grandiretis,
Species in the Leskeaceae family
Fabronidium guatemaliense,
Haplocladium parvulum,
Haplocladium angustifolium,
Haplocladium discolor,
Haplocladium gracilisetum,
Haplocladium jacquemontii,
Haplocladium larminatii,
Haplocladium microphyllum,
Haplocladium percapillatum,
Haplocladium persistens,
Haplocladium porphyropelma,
Haplocladium schimperi,
Haplocladium stratosum,
Haplocladium strictulum,
Haplocladium virginianum,
Haplocladium plumulosum,
Haplocladium perparaphyllum,
Haplocladium vestitum,
Haplocladium kiusiuense,
Hylocomiopsis cylindricarpa,
Hylocomiopsis ovicarpa,
Leptocladium sinense,
Leskea plumaria,
Leskea polenburgii,
Leskea polycarpa,
Leskea riparia,
Leskea scabrinervis,
Leskea subacuminata,
Leskea subfiliramea,
Leskea vaucheri,
Leskea australis,
Leskea brevifolia,
Leskea catenularia,
Leskea consanguinea,
Leskea filivaga,
Leskea gracilescens,
Leskea guineensis,
Leskea hyloapiculata,
Leskea integra,
Leskea latifolia,
Leskea mauritiana,
Leskea obscura,
Leskea filaria,
Leskea leskeoides,
Leskea perstricta,
Leskea moravica,
Leskea sublaevifolia,
Leskea acuminata,
Leskea schiedeana,
Leskeadelphus angustatus,