Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
hawaiica
ID:
1537575

Status:
valid

Authors:
H. Akiyama & Shevock

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Bryological Research. 11(12): 341. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019927



Common Names

  • Hawaiian Aptychella Moss
  • Aptychella Moss
  • Hawaiian Moss


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Description

Aptychella hawaiica (also called 'Aptychella', among many other common names) is a small moss species that is found in Hawaii. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a short stem and small leaves. It is native to Hawaii and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aptychella hawaiica is used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens and landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stereodon gratus has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aptychella hawaiica can be propagated by division of the clumps. The soil should be kept moist and well-drained. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best to fertilize the plant once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Aptychella hawaiica

Aptychella hawaiica can be found in Hawaii.

Aptychella hawaiica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aptychella hawaiica?

Aptychella hawaiica

What is the common name of Aptychella hawaiica?

Hawaiian Aptychella

What is the habitat of Aptychella hawaiica?

Aptychella hawaiica is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

Species in the Pylaisiadelphaceae family

Gammiella pterogonioides, Gammiella koningsbergeri, Gammiella panchienii, Hageniella assamica, Hageniella isopterygioides, Hageniella sikkimensis, Hageniella micans, Isopterygium affusum, Isopterygium albescens, Isopterygium ambreanum, Isopterygium annamense, Isopterygium antsihanakense, Isopterygium antunesii, Isopterygium applanatum, Isopterygium aquaticum, Isopterygium argillicola, Isopterygium argyroleucum, Isopterygium assamicum, Isopterygium asymmetricum, Isopterygium austrodenticulatum, Isopterygium bancanum, Isopterygium battakense, Isopterygium baurii, Isopterygium borneense, Isopterygium brevicuspis, Isopterygium brevisetum, Isopterygium brownii, Isopterygium byssaceum, Isopterygium byssobolax, Isopterygium candidulum, Isopterygium chalarophyllum, Isopterygium chryseolum, Isopterygium citrinellum, Isopterygium clerophilum, Isopterygium combae, Isopterygium complanatulum, Isopterygium conangium, Isopterygium congoanum, Isopterygium courtoisii, Isopterygium cratericola, Isopterygium dewevrei, Isopterygium elodes, Isopterygium exiguum, Isopterygium exile, Isopterygium fallax, Isopterygium filamentosum, Isopterygium fissum, Isopterygium fruticola, Isopterygium gabonense, Isopterygium gibbosulum,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100482882: Based on data supplied by Bryonames