Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
squarrosa
ID:
1176931

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook. ex Harv.) M. Fleisch.

Source:
tro

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. I(3): 826 1906

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001176269



Common Names

  • Meteoriopsis squarrosa
  • Squarrosa Bog Moss
  • Squarrosa Haircap Moss


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Description

Meteoriopsis squarrosa (also called 'Squarrose Meteoriopsis', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas, and has ovate-lanceolate leaves that are usually covered in hairs and have a squarrose tip. It produces small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence.

Uses & Benefits

Meteoriopsis squarrosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Meteoriopsis squarrosa var. pilifera J.X. Luo

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Meteoriopsis squarrosa is white or yellowish-white, with five petals and a single pistil. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Where to Find Meteoriopsis squarrosa

Meteoriopsis squarrosa is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and North Africa.

Meteoriopsis squarrosa FAQ

What are the common names of Meteoriopsis squarrosa?

Common names of Meteoriopsis squarrosa include squarrose meteorium and squarrose star grass.

What type of soil does Meteoriopsis squarrosa prefer?

Meteoriopsis squarrosa prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

What is the optimal temperature for Meteoriopsis squarrosa?

Meteoriopsis squarrosa prefers temperatures between 60-75°F (15-24°C).

Species in the Meteoriaceae family

Duthiella flaccida, Duthiella formosana, Duthiella speciosissima, Duthiella wallichii, Duthiella declinata, Aerobryidium aureonitens, Aerobryidium crispifolium, Aerobryidium filamentosum, Aerobryidium laosiense, Aerobryidium levieri, Aerobryidium indicum, Aerobryopsis capensis, Aerobryopsis cochlearifolia, Aerobryopsis deflexa, Aerobryopsis leptosigmata, Aerobryopsis membranacea, Aerobryopsis parisii, Aerobryopsis pulchricoma, Aerobryopsis striatula, Aerobryopsis subdivergens, Aerobryopsis subleptostigmata, Aerobryopsis vitiana, Aerobryopsis cirrifolia, Aerobryopsis fuscescens, Aerobryopsis aristifolia, Aerobryopsis yunnanensis, Aerobryopsis longissima, Aerobryopsis bauerae, Aerobryopsis eravikulamensis, Barbella angustifolia, Barbella turgida, Barbella capillaris, Barbella compressiramea, Barbella futunensis, Barbella horridula, Barbella kurzii, Barbella perpinnata, Barbella rufifolia, Barbella tenax, Barbella biformis, Barbella chrysonema, Barbella eusebii, Barbella minuta, Barbella linearifolia, Barbellopsis macroblasta, Barbellopsis trichophora, Barbellopsis conferva, Chrysocladium retrorsum, Cryptopapillaria feae, Cryptopapillaria chrysoclada,

References

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.
Max Fleischer (1861-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Fleisch.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35151010: Based on data supplied by Bryonames