Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Ulloa & Michelang.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 68(4): 429 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348010
Description
Alloneuron glomeratum (also called Glomeratum Feather-moss, among many other common names) is a moss native to North America. It has a small, compact form with short, forked branches. It grows in moist, shady areas, often near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Alloneuron glomeratum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Alloneuron glomeratum has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Alloneuron glomeratum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a shady location and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. The seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, it is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Alloneuron glomeratum
Alloneuron glomeratum is native to India and can be found in the tropical deciduous forest.
Alloneuron glomeratum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alloneuron glomeratum?
Alloneuron glomeratum
What is the family of Alloneuron glomeratum?
Cyperaceae
What is the native range of Alloneuron glomeratum?
Africa
Species in the Alloneuron genus
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei,
Acanthella pulchra,
Acanthella conferta,
Aciotis polystachya,
Aciotis purpurascens,
Aciotis acuminifolia,
Aciotis annua,
Aciotis rubricaulis,
Aciotis cordata,
Aciotis indecora,
Aciotis paludosa,
Aciotis circaeoides,
Aciotis ornata,
Aciotis circaeifolia,
Aciotis wurdackiana,
Aciotis olivieriana,
Aciotis ferreirana,
Aciotis viscida,
Aciotis pendulifolia,
Aciotis brachybotria,
Acisanthera pulchella,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera boliviensis,
Acisanthera variabilis,
Acisanthera uniflora,
Acisanthera alsinaefolia,
Acisanthera paraguayensis,
Acisanthera alata,
Acisanthera hedyotoidea,
Acisanthera glazioviana,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera ayangannae,
Acisanthera divaricata,
Adelobotrys ciliatus,
Adelobotrys atlanticus,
Adelobotrys adscendens,
Adelobotrys barbatus,
Adelobotrys ciliata,
Adelobotrys macrophylla,
Adelobotrys praetexta,
Adelobotrys tessmannii,
Adelobotrys boissieriana,
Adelobotrys fuscescens,
Adelobotrys macrantha,
Adelobotrys rotundifolius,
Adelobotrys subsessilis,
Adelobotrys jefensis,
Adelobotrys linearifolia,
Adelobotrys ayangannensis,
Adelobotrys scandens,