Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
paleaceum
ID:
1537469

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mitt.) Schröck & J.T. Wynns

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Lindbergia. 41(01087): 5. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019865



Common Names

  • Ortholimnobium paleaceum
  • Paleaceum Ortholimnobium
  • Paleaceum Moss


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Description

Ortholimnobium paleaceum (also called Pale Ortholimnobium, 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

Ortholimnobium paleaceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ortholimnobium paleaceum 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

Ortholimnobium paleaceum is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a low-growing, creeping plant that forms dense mats. It is propagated by division and can be grown in moist, shady areas in well-drained soil. It can also be grown in containers or hanging baskets.

Where to Find Ortholimnobium paleaceum

Ortholimnobium paleaceum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Ortholimnobium paleaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ortholimnobium paleaceum?

Ortholimnobium paleaceum

What type of plant is Ortholimnobium paleaceum?

Herb

What is the natural habitat of Ortholimnobium paleaceum?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Ortholimnobium 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: 100471798: Based on data supplied by Bryonames