Description
Macromitrium cavaleriei (also called 'Cavalerie's Moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss belonging to the family Mniaceae. It is a small, tuft-forming moss with a yellow-green or yellow-brown color. It is found in moist, shady habitats in the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Macromitrium cavaleriei has small, yellowish-green flowers, with a single ovule in each ovary. The seeds are small, with a thin coat and a small embryo. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Macromitrium cavaleriei is a terrestrial moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the thallus or by spores. When propagating by spores, the spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.