Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hedw.) Ignatov & Ignatova
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Arctoa. 29(1): 59. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019859
Common Names
- Isopterygiella pulchella
- Pretty Isopterygiella
- Beautiful Isopterygiella
Description
Isopterygiella pulchella (also called Pretty Isopterygiella, among many other common names) is a species of moss that is found in the temperate regions of North America. It has a bright green color and grows in a tufted form. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in coniferous forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Isopterygiella pulchella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Isopterygiella pulchella has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Isopterygiella pulchella is a low-growing moss that can be propagated by division. It prefers moist, shady environments and can be cultivated in a pot or in the ground. It is best to keep the soil moist and lightly fertilized. It can also be propagated from spores.
Where to Find Isopterygiella pulchella
Isopterygiella pulchella can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Isopterygiella pulchella FAQ
What is the scientific name of Isopterygiella pulchella?
Isopterygiella pulchella
What type of plant is Isopterygiella pulchella?
Fern
Where is Isopterygiella pulchella found?
Central America
Species in the Isopterygiella genus
Species in the Plagiotheciaceae family
Orthothecium ovicarpum,
Orthothecium acuminatum,
Orthothecium chryseum,
Orthothecium intricatum,
Orthothecium lapponicum,
Orthothecium rufescens,
Orthothecium schlagintweitii,
Orthothecium strictum,
Orthothecium hyalopiliferum,
Orthothecium brunnescens,
Orthothecium remotifolium,
Orthothecium retroflexum,
Orthothecium sibiricum,
Herzogiella cylindricarpa,
Herzogiella perrobusta,
Herzogiella renitens,
Herzogiella seligeri,
Herzogiella striatella,
Herzogiella turfacea,
Herzogiella letestui,
Isopterygiopsis muelleriana,
Isopterygiopsis catagonioides,
Plagiothecium berggrenianum,
Plagiothecium ceylonense,
Plagiothecium cochleatum,
Plagiothecium curvifolium,
Plagiothecium denticulatum,
Plagiothecium entodontella,
Plagiothecium formosicum,
Plagiothecium georgicoantarcticum,
Plagiothecium herzogii,
Plagiothecium laetum,
Plagiothecium lamprostachys,
Plagiothecium lancifolium,
Plagiothecium latebricola,
Plagiothecium lonchochaete,
Plagiothecium lucidum,
Plagiothecium mildbraedii,
Plagiothecium monbuttoviae,
Plagiothecium neckeroideum,
Plagiothecium nemorale,
Plagiothecium nitens,
Plagiothecium nitidifolium,
Plagiothecium novogranatense,
Plagiothecium obtusissimum,
Plagiothecium orthocarpum,
Plagiothecium ovalifolium,
Plagiothecium perminutum,
Plagiothecium platycladum,
Plagiothecium platyphyllum,