Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
plumula
ID:
1194873

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) M. Fleisch.

Source:
tro

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Musci Buitenzorg 3: 889 1908

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194211



Common Names

  • Himantocladium Plumula
  • Holmgrenia Binervula
  • Holmgrenia Chrysea


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Description

Himantocladium plumula (also called 'Fern Moss' and 'Bristle-moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is a small, delicate moss with stiff, erect branches that are usually unbranched. It is commonly found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and on the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Himantocladium plumula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in moist, shady areas. It is also used to stabilize soils in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Himantocladium plumula is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Himantocladium plumula can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken from the rhizomes. The rhizomes should be planted in moist, well-drained soil in a shady area.

Where to Find Himantocladium plumula

Himantocladium plumula is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Himantocladium plumula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Himantocladium plumula?

Himantocladium plumula

What is the family of Himantocladium plumula?

Asteraceae

Where is Himantocladium plumula found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region.

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References

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' 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: 35181998: Based on data supplied by Bryonames