Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthotrichales
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpus
ID:
1213555

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dixon) Goffinet

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 98: 287 2004

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001212893



Common Names

  • Zygodon macrocarpus
  • Large-fruited Zygodon
  • Zygodon Moss


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Description

Zygodon macrocarpus (also called Large-fruited Zygodon, among many other common names) is a small moss with a thallus that is usually less than 1 cm in diameter. It is native to the Northern Hemisphere and is found in damp, shady habitats such as moist woodlands and mossy rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Zygodon macrocarpus has no known non-medical uses or benefits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zygodon macrocarpus has small yellowish-green flowers, which are borne on short stalks. The seeds are small and dark brown in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Zygodon macrocarpus is best done in a well-draining, acidic potting mix. It is best to water the plant regularly, but not too much, and to fertilize it every few weeks. Propagation is done by division, and the plant can be divided in spring or summer.

Where to Find Zygodon macrocarpus

Zygodon macrocarpus is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Zygodon macrocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygodon macrocarpus?

Zygodon macrocarpus

What is the common name of Zygodon macrocarpus?

Macrocarpus

Where is Zygodon macrocarpus found?

Zygodon macrocarpus is found in Europe, North America, and Asia

Species in the Zygodon genus

Zygodon fragilis, Zygodon patrum, Zygodon acutifolius, Zygodon altarensis, Zygodon angustatus, Zygodon barbuloides, Zygodon brevipes, Zygodon brevisetus, Zygodon campylophyllus, Zygodon cernuus, Zygodon conoideus, Zygodon cylindricus, Zygodon dioicus, Zygodon ehrenbergii, Zygodon erosus, Zygodon fasciculatus, Zygodon fruticola, Zygodon gracilis, Zygodon hatcheri, Zygodon hirsutus, Zygodon hookeri, Zygodon insularum, Zygodon intermedius, Zygodon johnstonii, Zygodon laxifolius, Zygodon leptocarpus, Zygodon liebmannii, Zygodon longisetus, Zygodon macrophyllus, Zygodon magellanicus, Zygodon microgemmaceus, Zygodon nivalis, Zygodon obovalis, Zygodon ochraceus, Zygodon oeneus, Zygodon papillatus, Zygodon perichaetialis, Zygodon perreflexus, Zygodon peruvianus, Zygodon petrophilus, Zygodon pichinchensis, Zygodon pilosulus, Zygodon podocarpi, Zygodon polyptychus, Zygodon quitensis, Zygodon ramulosus, Zygodon reinwardtii, Zygodon robustus, Zygodon roccatii, Zygodon rufescens,

Species in the Orthotrichaceae family

Cardotiella appendiculata, Cardotiella quinquefaria, Cardotiella renauldii, Cardotiella secunda, Cardotiella subappendiculata, Cardotiella elimbata, Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa, Desmotheca apiculata, Desmotheca brachiata, Florschuetziella steerei, Florschuetziella scaberrima, Groutiella tumidula, Groutiella chimborazensis, Groutiella apiculata, Groutiella husnotii, Groutiella macrorrhyncha, Groutiella mucronifolia, Groutiella subgoniorrhyncha, Groutiella thraustophylla, Groutiella tomentosa, Groutiella wagneriana, Groutiella obtusa, Groutiella maracaibensis, Groutiella reesei, Groutiella tuberculata, Leiomitrium plicatum, Leratia neocaledonica, Leratia obtusifolia, Leratia exigua, Macrocoma tenuis, Macrocoma orthotrichoides, Macrocoma abyssinica, Macrocoma brasiliensis, Macrocoma iwatsukii, Macrocoma frigida, Macrocoma gastonyi, Macrocoma lycopodioides, Macrocoma pulchella, Macromitrium chloromitrium, Macromitrium perreflexum, Macromitrium onraedtii, Macromitrium sharpii, Macromitrium lomasense, Macromitrium fusco-aureum, Macromitrium galipense, Macromitrium gigasporum, Macromitrium glabratum, Macromitrium globirameum, Macromitrium gracile, Macromitrium greenmanii,

References

Hugh Neville Dixon (1861-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dixon' in the authors string.
Bernard Goffinet (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goffinet' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35215546: Based on data supplied by Bryonames