Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
ramuligera
ID:
1170247

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mitt.) R.S. Chopra

Source:
tro

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bryologist 80: 544 1977

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001169585



Common Names

  • Lescuraea ramuligera
  • Branching Lescuraea
  • Branching Lescuraea Moss


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Uses & Benefits

Lescuraea ramuligera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in rock gardens and as a lawn substitute.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lescuraea ramuligera has small, yellowish-green flowers with a single perianth. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lescuraea ramuligera is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C).

Where to Find Lescuraea ramuligera

Lescuraea ramuligera can be found in India.

Species in the Pseudoleskeaceae family

References

William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
Ram Saran Chopra (b.1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Chopra' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35140798: Based on data supplied by Bryonames