Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dixon & Sainsbury) Sainsbury
Source:
tro
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Rev. Bryol. Lichénol. 20: 94 1951
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001174288
Common Names
- Hampeella alaris
- Alaris Moss
- Winged Moss
Uses & Benefits
Hampeella alaris is used as a soil stabilizer, in the production of paper, and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hampeella alaris are small and white, with 6 tepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, lanceolate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hampeella alaris can be propagated by division or by spore. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to keep the soil slightly acidic and water regularly. Fertilize once a month with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Hampeella alaris
Hampeella alaris is found in China, Japan, and Korea.
Hampeella alaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hampeella alaris?
Hampeella alaris
What are the common names of Hampeella alaris?
Common names of Hampeella alaris include Winged Moss, Winged Feather Moss, and Winged Haircap Moss
What is the habitat of Hampeella alaris?
Hampeella alaris is found in moist, shady habitats in China, Japan, and Korea
Species in the Hampeella genus
Species in the Ptychomniaceae family
Cladomnion ericoides,
Cladomniopsis crenato-obtusa,
Dichelodontium nitidum,
Endotrichellopsis laevifolia,
Euptychium piliferum,
Euptychium cuspidatum,
Euptychium dumosum,
Euptychium mucronatum,
Euptychium pungens,
Euptychium robustum,
Euptychium vitiense,
Garovaglia binsteadii,
Garovaglia brassii,
Garovaglia crispata,
Garovaglia eberhardtii,
Garovaglia robbinsii,
Garovaglia zantenii,
Garovaglia angustifolia,
Garovaglia aristata,
Garovaglia baeuerlenii,
Garovaglia compressa,
Garovaglia crispa,
Garovaglia elegans,
Garovaglia luzonensis,
Garovaglia plicata,
Garovaglia plumosa,
Garovaglia powellii,
Garovaglia setigera,
Garovaglia subelegans,
Garovaglia tortifolia,
Garovaglia mujuensis,
Glyphothecium sciuroides,
Hampeella alaris,
Hampeella pallens,
Hampeella concavifolia,
Ombronesus chilensis,
Ptychomniella ptychocarpon,
Ptychomnion aciculare,
Ptychomnion cygnisetum,
Ptychomnion densifolium,
Ptychomnion falcatulum,
Tetraphidopsis pusilla,
Glyphotheciopsis gracilis,