Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
arbusculosum
ID:
1170561

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll. Hal. ex Thér.) H.A. Mill., H. Whittier & B. Whittier

Source:
tro

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Bryophyt. Biblioth. 16: 277 1978

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001169899



Common Names

  • Thamnobryum arbusculosum
  • Arborescent Thamnobryum
  • Arborescent Moss


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Description

Thamnobryum arbusculosum (also called Shrubby Thamnobryum, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Amblystegiaceae. It is found in the northern hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands, swamps, and bogs.

Uses & Benefits

Thamnobryum arbusculosum is a species of moss that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly used as a ground cover in gardens and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as digestive problems and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thamnobryum arbusculosum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, oblong and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thamnobryum arbusculosum is a species of moss native to the Philippines. It is a small, tufted moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It is best propagated by division and can be grown in a variety of soils, as long as it is kept moist. It can also be propagated from spores.

Where to Find Thamnobryum arbusculosum

Thamnobryum arbusculosum can be found in Europe, including parts of Norway, Sweden, and Finland.

Species in the Neckeraceae family

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References

Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
Harvey Alfred Miller (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Mill.' in the authors string.
Irénée Thériot (1859-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thér.' in the authors string.
Henry O. Whittier (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Whittier' in the authors string.
Barbara Whittier: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Whittier' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35141217: Based on data supplied by Bryonames