Indusiella stellata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Grimmiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stellata
ID:
1215228
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.J. Cano & J.A. Jiménez
Source:
tro
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Bryologist 112(2): 309 2009
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001214566
Common Names
- Indusiella stellata
- Star Indusiella
- Stellate Indusiella
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Indusiella stellata (also called Indusiella, among many other common names) is a small moss species with a creeping habit and small, ovate leaves. It is native to the Arctic and Subarctic regions of North America, Europe, and Asia, and can be found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Indusiella stellata is used for ornamental purposes and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Indusiella stellata has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, green and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Indusiella stellata is a moss that is best propagated by division. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be cultivated in a potting mix of sphagnum moss, peat, and sand. It should be kept moist and shaded, and can be propagated by dividing the clumps of moss and replanting them.
Where to Find Indusiella stellata
Indusiella stellata is native to India. It is found in moist forests and along streams.
Indusiella stellata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Indusiella stellata?
Indusiella stellata
What is the common name of Indusiella stellata?
Indusiella stellata
What type of plant is Indusiella stellata?
Moss
Species in the Indusiella genus
Species in the Ptychomitriaceae family
Coscinodontella bryanii, Aligrimmia peruviana, Campylostelium saxicola, Campylostelium strictum, Campylostelium pitardii, Campylostelium brachycarpum, Campylostelium laegerae, Indusiella thianschanica, Indusiella stellata, Jaffueliobryum arsenei, Jaffueliobryum latifolium, Jaffueliobryum raui, Jaffueliobryum wrightii, Jaffueliobryum williamsii, Ptychomitriopsis africana, Ptychomitriopsis aloinoides, Ptychomitrium diexaratum, Ptychomitrium acutifolium, Ptychomitrium altaicum, Ptychomitrium australe, Ptychomitrium barrii, Ptychomitrium cockerellae, Ptychomitrium crassinervium, Ptychomitrium crispatum, Ptychomitrium cucullatifolium, Ptychomitrium deltorii, Ptychomitrium dentatum, Ptychomitrium drummondii, Ptychomitrium fauriei, Ptychomitrium fernandesianum, Ptychomitrium fluviatile, Ptychomitrium formosicum, Ptychomitrium gardneri, Ptychomitrium helenicum, Ptychomitrium hieronymi, Ptychomitrium incurvum, Ptychomitrium indicum, Ptychomitrium isoskelos, Ptychomitrium lepidomitrium, Ptychomitrium ligulatum, Ptychomitrium lindmanii, Ptychomitrium linearifolium, Ptychomitrium mittenii, Ptychomitrium nigrescens, Ptychomitrium polyphyllum, Ptychomitrium sellowianum, Ptychomitrium serratum, Ptychomitrium sinense, Ptychomitrium subcrispatum, Ptychomitrium subcylindricum,
References
María Jesús Cano (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.J.Cano' in the authors string.
Juan A. Jiménez (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.Jiménez' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35217998: Based on data supplied by Bryonames