Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
ambigua
ID:
1152872

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bosch & Sande Lac.) M. Fleisch.

Source:
tro

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 45: 81 1906

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001152210



Common Names

  • Pinnatella ambigua
  • Ambiguous Pinnatella
  • Ambiguous Feather Moss


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Description

Pinnatella ambigua (also called the Ambigua 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 ambigua 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 ambigua 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 ambigua 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 ambigua

Pinnatella ambigua is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey and the Canary Islands.

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References

Roelof Benjamin van den Bosch (1810-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bosch' in the authors string.
Cornelius Marinus van der Sande Lacoste (1815-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sande Lac.' 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: 35109710: Based on data supplied by Bryonames