Status:
valid
Authors:
(Drumm.) Steere
Source:
tro
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Bryologist 70: 344 1967
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195105
Common Names
- Metaneckera menziesii
- Menziesii's Metaneckera
- Fern-like Metaneckera
Description
Metaneckera menziesii (also called Menzies' Metaneckera, among many other common names) is a small moss species with a short, erect stem and a tuft of leaves at the top. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Metaneckera menziesii is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Metaneckera menziesii has small, white flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have a single, short stem with two small, opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Metaneckera menziesii can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best grown in a humus-rich, moist soil in part shade.
Where to Find Metaneckera menziesii
Metaneckera menziesii is found in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia.
Metaneckera menziesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Metaneckera menziesii?
Metaneckera menziesii
What type of plant is Metaneckera menziesii?
A moss
What is the common name of Metaneckera menziesii?
Menzies' Metaneckera
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