Status:
valid
Authors:
(Broth. & Geh.) Broth.
Source:
tro
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. I(3): 804 1906
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001172395
Common Names
- Bufton's Rhabdodontium
- Rhabdodontium buftonii
- Rhabdodontium buftonii Moss
Description
Rhabdodontium buftonii (also called Bufton's Feather-moss, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green moss with a glossy texture. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is typically found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rhabdodontium buftonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of fuel and for making paper.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, yellowish-green, with a short, cylindrical calyx. Seed: Small, dark brown, with a smooth surface. Seedlings: Oval-shaped with a pointed tip and a short root.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Rhabdodontium buftonii: Rhabdodontium buftonii is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that is native to the mountains of Central and South America. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagate by division or by seed in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Rhabdodontium buftonii
Rhabdodontium buftonii can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Rhabdodontium genus
Species in the Rhabdodontiaceae family