Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hookeriales
Species:
hypnaceum
ID:
1196232

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll. Hal.) W.R. Buck

Source:
tro

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 39: 220 1987

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195570



Common Names

  • Trachyxiphium
  • Hypnaceum Trachyxiphium
  • Moss-Like Trachyxiphium


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Description

Trachyxiphium hypnaceum (also called Hypnum-like Trachyxiphium, among many other common names) is a small moss species that is found in the temperate regions of North America. It has a bright green color and grows in moist, shady habitats, such as on the forest floor or on the bark of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Trachyxiphium hypnaceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trachyxiphium hypnaceum has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trachyxiphium hypnaceum is a small, evergreen moss native to South Africa. It can be propagated from spores or division. Spores should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are well-established.

Where to Find Trachyxiphium hypnaceum

Trachyxiphium hypnaceum is native to the Caribbean and can be found in moist, shady areas. It is commonly found in woodlands, meadows, and along roadsides.

Species in the Pilotrichaceae family

Amblytropis hispidula, Amblytropis setosa, Actinodontium adscendens, Actinodontium dusenii, Actinodontium rhaphidostegum, Actinodontium sprucei, Actinodontium streptopogoneum, Actinodontium pygmaeum, Brymela angustiretis, Brymela complanata, Brymela crosbyi, Brymela laevinervis, Brymela tutezona, Brymela acuminata, Brymela cuspidata, Brymela fissidentoides, Brymela fluminensis, Brymela obtusifolia, Brymela parkeriana, Brymela rugulosa, Brymela websteri, Brymela cavifolia, Callicostella callicostelloides, Callicostella africana, Callicostella apophysata, Callicostella armata, Callicostella ascensionis, Callicostella attenuata, Callicostella beccariana, Callicostella belangeriana, Callicostella bernoullii, Callicostella bisexualis, Callicostella brevipes, Callicostella caledonica, Callicostella campbelliana, Callicostella chevalieri, Callicostella chionophylla, Callicostella chlorina, Callicostella chloroneura, Callicostella circinata, Callicostella constricta, Callicostella cruegeri, Callicostella daltoniaecarpa, Callicostella depressa, Callicostella disticha, Callicostella eberhardtiana, Callicostella emarginatula, Callicostella erosotruncata, Callicostella fallax, Callicostella fissidentella,

References

Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
William Russel Buck (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Buck' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35183894: Based on data supplied by Bryonames