Status:
valid
Authors:
Demaret & V. Leroy bis
Source:
tro
Year:
1944
Citation Micro:
Explor. Parc Natl. Albert, Mission Lebrun 6: 45. f. 50–54 1944
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195145
Common Names
- Schwetschkea peracuminata
- Peracuminata's Schwetschkea
- Sharp Schwetschkea
Description
Schwetschkea peracuminata (also called Peracuminate Schwetschkea, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Schwetschkiaceae. It is found in the northern hemisphere, including Europe, Asia, and North America. This species is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Schwetschkea peracuminata is used as a decorative plant in gardens and as an ornamental plant in flower beds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Schwetschkea peracuminata are small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schwetschkea peracuminata can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best grown in a humus-rich, moist soil in part shade.
Where to Find Schwetschkea peracuminata
Schwetschkea peracuminata is native to the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Schwetschkea genus
Schwetschkea applanata,
Schwetschkea arachnoidea,
Schwetschkea brevipes,
Schwetschkea courtoisii,
Schwetschkea fabronioides,
Schwetschkea grateloupii,
Schwetschkea gymnostoma,
Schwetschkea javensis,
Schwetschkea laxa,
Schwetschkea pygmaea,
Schwetschkea sinica,
Schwetschkea usambarica,
Schwetschkea peracuminata,
Schwetschkea capillifolia,
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,