Description
Macromitrium hildebrandtii (also called 'Hildebrandt's Moss', among many other common names) is a small, tufted moss with a distinctive hooked stem. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests, meadows, and stream banks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Macromitrium hildebrandtii is small and white, with six petals. The seed is a small, dark-brown capsule, containing a single seed. The seedling is a small, dark-green plant with a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Macromitrium hildebrandtii can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division of the rhizomes can be done in spring or autumn. The rhizomes should be divided into small sections, each with at least one bud, and planted in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny position.
Where to Find Macromitrium hildebrandtii
Macromitrium hildebrandtii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.