Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Bryales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hornum
ID:
1188212

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hedw.

Source:
tro

Year:
1801

Citation Micro:
Sp. Musc. Frond. 188 1801

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001187550



Common Names

  • Mnium hornum
  • Horn's Mnium
  • Horn's Feather-moss


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Uses & Benefits

Mnium hornum has been used as a soil stabilizer, for erosion control, and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Mnium hornum has a small, greenish-white flower. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mnium hornum can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be cultivated in a garden or in a container. It requires regular watering and should be fertilized occasionally. It is best to keep the soil slightly acidic and to avoid direct sunlight.

Where to Find Mnium hornum

Mnium hornum can be found in damp woods and shady places in Europe and North America.

Mnium hornum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mnium hornum?

Mnium hornum

What type of plant is Mnium hornum?

Mnium hornum is a species of moss.

Where is Mnium hornum found?

Mnium hornum is found in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Species in the Mniaceae family

Mniobryum brevisetum, Mniobryum linderi, Mniobryum pergracile, Mniobryum perlaxum, Mniobryum rubrum, Mniobryum ruwenzorense, Mniobryum sparsifolium, Mniobryum tortifolium, Webera denticostata, Webera striatidens, Webera taylorii, Webera synoica, Cinclidium arcticum, Cinclidium latifolium, Cinclidium minutifolium, Cinclidium stygium, Cinclidium subrotundum, Cinclidium alaskanum, Cyrtomnium hymenophyllum, Cyrtomnium hymenophylloides, Epipterygium brasiliense, Epipterygium convalleum, Epipterygium immarginatum, Epipterygium mandonii, Epipterygium mexicanum, Epipterygium puiggarii, Epipterygium rigidum, Epipterygium tozeri, Epipterygium wrightii, Epipterygium koelzii, Epipterygium vanuatuicum, Epipterygium opararense, Epipterygium nagasakense, Epipterygium orbifolium, Epipterygium atlanticum, Epipterygium biauritum, Epipterygium oreophilum, Epipterygium yunnanense, Leucolepis acanthoneura, Mielichhoferia shevockii, Mielichhoferia pilifera, Mielichhoferia acuminata, Mielichhoferia acutifolia, Mielichhoferia argentifolia, Mielichhoferia auriseta, Mielichhoferia badhwarii, Mielichhoferia borbonica, Mielichhoferia brotheri, Mielichhoferia bryocarpa, Mielichhoferia canescens,

References

Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35170506: Based on data supplied by Bryonames