Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
fabronioides
ID:
1176880

Status:
valid

Authors:
Broth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 3: 25 1908

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001176218



Common Names

  • Fabronioid Merrilliobryum
  • Fabronioid Merrilliobry
  • Merrilliobryum fabronioides


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Description

Merrilliobryum fabronioides (also called Fabron's moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Bryaceae. It is a small, tufted, yellow-green moss with short, erect shoots. It is native to Japan, China, and Korea, and grows in moist, shady places such as forests, woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Merrilliobryum fabronioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Merrilliobryum fabronioides is white in color and has five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and long with green leaves.

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Where to Find Merrilliobryum fabronioides

Merrilliobryum fabronioides can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Merrilliobryum fabronioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Merrilliobryum fabronioides?

Merrilliobryum fabronioides

What type of plant is Merrilliobryum fabronioides?

It is a moss species.

Where does Merrilliobryum fabronioides grow?

It is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Merrilliobryum genus

References

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: 35150951: Based on data supplied by Bryonames