Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook. & Wilson) Müll. Hal.
Source:
tro
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 5: 804 1847
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001184389
Common Names
- Aeruginosus Hymenodon
- Aeruginosus Feather Moss
- Aeruginosus Feathermoss
Description
Hymenodon aeruginosus (also called Hymenodon aeruginosus, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, yellow-green moss that grows in tufts or mats. It is native to North America, Europe and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenodon aeruginosus is used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control. It is also used as a decorative plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenodon aeruginosus is small and yellow-green in color. Its seed is small and black in color. Its seedlings are small and yellow-green in color.
Where to Find Hymenodon aeruginosus
Hymenodon aeruginosus can be found in North America and Europe.
Hymenodon aeruginosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenodon aeruginosus?
Hymenodon aeruginosus
What is the common name of Hymenodon aeruginosus?
Hymenodon aeruginosus
What is the habitat of Hymenodon aeruginosus?
It is found in moist forests, swamps, and bogs
Species in the Hymenodon genus
Species in the Orthodontiaceae family
Orthodontium denticulatum,
Orthodontium gracile,
Orthodontium infractum,
Orthodontium itacolumitis,
Orthodontium lineare,
Orthodontium loreifolium,
Orthodontium pallens,
Orthodontium pellucens,
Orthodontium ruwenzorensis,
Orthodontium lignicola,
Hymenodon aeruginosus,
Hymenodon angustifolius,
Hymenodon pilifer,
Hymenodon sericeus,
Hymenodon sphaerothecius,
Hymenodon tenellus,
Hymenodon reggaeus,
Hymenodon chenianus,
Leptotheca boliviana,
Leptotheca gaudichaudii,