Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Grimmiales
Species:
cockerellae
ID:
1172407

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E. Britton & Hollick) Broth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. (ed. 2) 11: 523 1925

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001171745



Common Names

  • Cockerell's Moss
  • Ptychomitrium Moss
  • Cockerell's Ptychomitrium Moss


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Description

Ptychomitrium cockerellae (also called Cockerellae, among many other common names) is a species of moss native to the Americas and Europe. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a short, erect stem and a single, erect leaf. It typically grows in moist, shady areas such as forests, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Ptychomitrium cockerellae is used as a soil stabilizer, erosion control, and for revegetation of disturbed sites. It is also used in horticulture as a ground cover and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ptychomitrium cockerellae is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ptychomitrium cockerellae can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. Cultivation requires moist, well-drained soils and partial to full shade. It is best grown in acidic soils.

Where to Find Ptychomitrium cockerellae

Ptychomitrium cockerellae is native to North America.

Ptychomitrium cockerellae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ptychomitrium cockerellae?

Ptychomitrium cockerellae

What type of plant is Ptychomitrium cockerellae?

Moss

Where is Ptychomitrium cockerellae found?

In temperate regions

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

Arthur Hollick (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hollick' in the authors string.
Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
Elizabeth Gertrude Britton (1858-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Britton' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35144090: Based on data supplied by Bryonames