Lescuraea arizonae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arizonae
ID:
1196273
Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.S. Williams) P.S. Wilson & D.H. Norris
Source:
tro
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Bryologist 92: 395 1989
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195611
Common Names
- Lescuraea arizonae
- Arizona Lescuraea Moss
- Arizona Lescuraea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lescuraea arizonae (also called Arizona Lescuraea, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Lescuraeaceae. It is found in North America. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests, and is characterized by its yellowish-green color with erect stems.
Uses & Benefits
Lescuraea arizonae 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
Lescuraea arizonae has small yellow flowers with four petals and eight stamens. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lescuraea arizonae is a small, evergreen, perennial moss that grows in dense tufts. It prefers moist, shady locations and can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It is best grown in humus-rich, acidic soil in partial shade.
Where to Find Lescuraea arizonae
Lescuraea arizonae can be found in the southwestern United States, from Arizona to California.
Lescuraea arizonae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lescuraea arizonae?
Lescuraea arizonae
What is the common name of Lescuraea arizonae?
Arizonae Lescuraea Moss
What are the characteristics of Lescuraea arizonae?
Lescuraea arizonae is a small, bright green moss with prostrate stems and small, ovate leaves that are arranged in two rows.
Species in the Lescuraea genus
Lescuraea mutabilis, Lescuraea plicata, Lescuraea atricha, Lescuraea baileyi, Lescuraea incurvata, Lescuraea patens, Lescuraea radicosa, Lescuraea saviana, Lescuraea saxicola, Lescuraea secunda, Lescuraea serrata, Lescuraea stenophylla, Lescuraea darjeelingensis, Lescuraea laevifolia, Lescuraea ramuligera, Lescuraea arizonae, Lescuraea setschwanica, Lescuraea yunnanensis, Lescuraea brachyclados,
Species in the Pseudoleskeaceae family
Lescuraea mutabilis, Lescuraea plicata, Lescuraea atricha, Lescuraea baileyi, Lescuraea incurvata, Lescuraea patens, Lescuraea radicosa, Lescuraea saviana, Lescuraea saxicola, Lescuraea secunda, Lescuraea serrata, Lescuraea stenophylla, Lescuraea darjeelingensis, Lescuraea laevifolia, Lescuraea ramuligera, Lescuraea arizonae, Lescuraea setschwanica, Lescuraea yunnanensis, Lescuraea brachyclados, Pseudoleskea attenuata, Pseudoleskea coreana, Pseudoleskea falcifolia, Pseudoleskea minuta, Pseudoleskea obtusiuscula, Pseudoleskea penzigii, Pseudoleskea perraldieri, Pseudoleskea plagiostoma, Pseudoleskea semensis, Pseudoleskea tonkinensis, Pseudoleskea trichodes, Pseudoleskea korjakorum, Pseudoleskea tribulosa, Rigodiadelphus arcuatus, Rigodiadelphus robustus,
References
Daniel Howard Norris (1933-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.H.Norris' in the authors string.
Robert Statham Williams (1859-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Williams' in the authors string.
Paul S. Wilson (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Wilson' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35183936: Based on data supplied by Bryonames