Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
dendroides
ID:
1202761

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) Carl

Source:
tro

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Flora 126: 59 1932

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001202099



Common Names

  • Chiastocaulon dendroides
  • Dendroid Chiastocaulon
  • Dendroid Moss


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Description

Chiastocaulon dendroides (also called 'Tree-like Chiastocaulon', among many other common names) is a species of moss belonging to the family Pottiaceae. 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.

Uses & Benefits

Chiastocaulon dendroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It has a low-growing habit and can be used to cover large areas. It is also used in erosion control and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chiastocaulon dendroides has small, yellowish-green flowers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chiastocaulon dendroides is a small, tufted moss that is found in moist, shady habitats. It is easily propagated by dividing the tufts and can be grown in a variety of soils, from sandy to clay. It prefers an acidic soil and does not tolerate direct sunlight. It can be propagated by spore or by division of the tufts.

Where to Find Chiastocaulon dendroides

Chiastocaulon dendroides can be found in the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida.

Chiastocaulon dendroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chiastocaulon dendroides?

Chiastocaulon dendroides

What is the natural habitat of Chiastocaulon dendroides?

Tropical rainforests

What type of plant is Chiastocaulon dendroides?

Leafy liverwort

Species in the Plagiochilaceae family

Chiastocaulon dendroides, Chiastocaulon biserialis, Chiastocaulon braunianum, Chiastocaulon caledonicum, Chiastocaulon combinatum, Chiastocaulon conjugatum, Chiastocaulon fasciculatum, Chiastocaulon fimbriatum, Chiastocaulon flamabilis, Chiastocaulon geminifolium, Chiastocaulon giulianettii, Chiastocaulon herzogii, Chiastocaulon mayebarae, Chiastocaulon oppositum, Chiastocaulon pachycephalum, Chiastocaulon proliferum, Chiastocaulon raetzelii, Chiastocaulon takakii, Chiastocaulon theriotianum, Dinckleria fruticella, Dinckleria pleurata, Dinckleria singularis, Pedinophyllopsis abdita, Pedinophyllum interruptum, Pedinophyllum truncatum, Pedinophyllum monoicum, Pedinophyllum autoicum, Plagiochila nudifolia, Plagiochila asplenioides, Plagiochila appalachiana, Plagiochila arctica, Plagiochila aspleniformis, Plagiochila austinii, Plagiochila caduciloba, Plagiochila columbiana, Plagiochila floridana, Plagiochila invisa, Plagiochila miradorensis, Plagiochila porelloides, Plagiochila semidecurrens, Plagiochila sullivantii, Plagiochila undata, Plagiochila virginica, Plagiochila adianthoides, Plagiochila aerea, Plagiochila breuteliana, Plagiochila bicuspidata, Plagiochila cuneata, Plagiochila connata, Plagiochila cucullata,

References

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Helmut Carl (1908-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carl' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35201179: Based on data supplied by Bryonames