Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Grimmiales
Species:
fernandesianum
ID:
1172424

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mitt.) A. Jaeger

Source:
tro

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Ber. Thätigk. St. Gallischen Naturwiss. Ges. 1872–73: 104 (Gen. Sp. Musc. 1: 382) 1874

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001171762



Common Names

  • Fernandesianum Moss
  • Ptychomitrium Moss
  • Fernandesianum Ptychomitrium Moss


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Description

Ptychomitrium fernandesianum (also called Fernandes' Pincushion Moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Ptychomitriaceae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a cushion-like growth form. It is native to Europe and is found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ptychomitrium fernandesianum 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ptychomitrium fernandesianum var. majus Broth.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ptychomitrium fernandesianum has small yellowish-green flowers with a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Where to Find Ptychomitrium fernandesianum

Ptychomitrium fernandesianum is native to South America.

Ptychomitrium fernandesianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ptychomitrium fernandesianum?

Ptychomitrium fernandesianum

What type of plant is Ptychomitrium fernandesianum?

Moss

Where is Ptychomitrium fernandesianum found?

In tropical 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

William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
August Jaeger (1842-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Jaeger' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35144109: Based on data supplied by Bryonames