Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
perdecurrens
ID:
1537579

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dixon) T.J. Kop.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Acta Bryolichenologica Asiatica. 7: 69. 2017

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019931



Common Names

  • Perdecurrens Aptychella Moss
  • Aptychella Moss
  • Perdecurrens Moss


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Description

Aptychella perdecurrens (also called 'Aptychella', among many other common names) is a small moss species that is found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a short stem and small leaves. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aptychella perdecurrens 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 laxus 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 perdecurrens 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 perdecurrens

Aptychella perdecurrens can be found in the United States and Mexico.

Aptychella perdecurrens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aptychella perdecurrens?

Aptychella perdecurrens

What is the common name of Aptychella perdecurrens?

Perdecurrens Aptychella

What is the habitat of Aptychella perdecurrens?

Aptychella perdecurrens 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: 100469037: Based on data supplied by Bryonames