Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
pulchella
ID:
1537462

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


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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.

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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,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100504142: Based on data supplied by Bryonames