Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
alopecuroides
ID:
1152870

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mitt.) M. Fleisch.

Source:
tro

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 45: 84 1906

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001152208



Common Names

  • Pinnatella alopecuroides
  • Alopecuroides Pinnatella
  • Alopecuroides Feather Moss


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Description

Pinnatella alopecuroides (also called the Alopecuroides Pinnatella, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the Pinnatella genus. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a thallus that is usually less than 1 cm in length. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pinnatella alopecuroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pinnatella alopecuroides has small, white flowers that are clustered together in an umbel-like shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinnatella alopecuroides can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in spring or autumn. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be grown in full sun and in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pinnatella alopecuroides

Pinnatella alopecuroides is a species of moss found in temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.

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References

William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' 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: 35109708: Based on data supplied by Bryonames