Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hookeriales
Genus:
Species:
steerei
ID:
1195947

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.H. Allen & Veling

Source:
tro

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 45: 674. f. 2–13 1987

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195285



Common Names

  • Leucomium steerei
  • Steerei Leucomium
  • Leucomium


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Description

Leucomium steerei (also called Steere's Leucomium, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Leucomiaceae. It is found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It typically grows in moist, shady places, such as in woodlands, meadows, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Leucomium steerei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucomium steerei has small, yellow-green flowers, and small, dark brown seeds that germinate easily. The seedlings have a single, upright stem with small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucomium steerei is a small, perennial moss that can be propagated by division or by spore. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best propagated by division in spring or early summer. Spores can be sown in a moist, shady location and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Leucomium steerei

Leucomium steerei can be found in the temperate forests of North America.

References

Bruce H. Allen (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.H.Allen' in the authors string.
Kars Veling: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Veling' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35183540: Based on data supplied by Bryonames