Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthotrichales
Genus:
Species:
viridissimus
ID:
1173278

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dicks.) Brid.

Source:
tro

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bryol. Univ. 1: 592 1826

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001172616



Common Names

  • Zygodon viridissimus
  • Viridissimus Zygodon
  • Zygodon Viridissimus


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Description

Zygodon viridissimus (also called Zygodon viridissimus, among many other common names) is a species of moss that is native to Europe, North America, and Asia. It has a yellow-green color and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Zygodon viridissimus is a species of moss that is commonly used in landscaping and gardening. It is a low-growing, evergreen plant that is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and is easy to maintain. It is often used as a ground cover or as an accent plant in rock gardens. It is also used to line pathways and as an edging plant for flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zygodon viridissimus has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygodon viridissimus can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a variety of substrates. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Zygodon viridissimus

Zygodon viridissimus is found in the mountains of Europe.

Zygodon viridissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygodon viridissimus?

Zygodon viridissimus

What is the common name of Zygodon viridissimus?

Very Green Zygodon

What is the habitat of Zygodon viridissimus?

It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands, meadows, and grassy areas.

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

James Dickson (1738-1822): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dicks.' in the authors string.
Samuel Elisée Bridel-Brideri (1762-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brid.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35145333: Based on data supplied by Bryonames