Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
indica
ID:
1186719

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Broth.) W.R. Buck

Source:
tro

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 47: 53 1980

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001186057



Common Names

  • Macgregorella indica
  • Indica Macgregorella
  • Indian Macgregorella


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Description

Macgregorella indica (also called Indian Hair-Moss, among many other common names) is a small moss species with a creeping habit. It is native to India and grows in rocky areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Macgregorella indica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macgregorella indica is an inconspicuous white-greenish color. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Where to Find Macgregorella indica

Macgregorella indica can be found in Asia.

Species in the Macgregorella genus

References

William Russel Buck (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Buck' in the authors string.
Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35167907: Based on data supplied by Bryonames