Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Grimmiales
Species:
nigrescens
ID:
1172457

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunze) Wijk & Margad.

Source:
tro

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Taxon 8: 74 1959

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001171795



Common Names

  • Ptychomitrium nigrescens
  • Nigrescens Moss
  • Moss of Nigrescens


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Description

Ptychomitrium nigrescens (also called Nigrescens, 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 nigrescens has been used for its medicinal properties, as well as for its ornamental value. It can also be used to make baskets and other items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ptychomitrium nigrescens is a small, yellow-green, unisexual spikelet. The seed is a small, yellow-brown, ovoid-shaped spore. The seedlings are small, yellow-green, and have a single, upright leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ptychomitrium nigrescens can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to keep the soil slightly moist and to fertilize it regularly. Propagation by division is best done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Ptychomitrium nigrescens

Ptychomitrium nigrescens can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Ptychomitrium nigrescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ptychomitrium nigrescens?

Ptychomitrium nigrescens

What are the common names of Ptychomitrium nigrescens?

Black Ptychomitrium Moss

What is the geographic distribution of Ptychomitrium nigrescens?

North America, Europe, Asia

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

Gustav Kunze (1793-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunze' in the authors string.
Wim D. Margadant (1916-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Margad.' in the authors string.
Roelof van der Wijk (1895-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wijk' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35144151: Based on data supplied by Bryonames