Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
demetrii
ID:
1534021

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Renauld & Cardot) Fedosov, M. Stech & Ignatov

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Botanical Journal of the Linnean Society. 195(4): 558. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017833



Common Names

  • Brideliella demetrii
  • Demetrii Brideliella
  • Demetrii Moss


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Description

Brideliella demetrii (also called as the Demetri's Moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss belonging to the family Dicranaceae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a glossy sheen. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, forests, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Brideliella demetrii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brideliella demetrii has small yellow flowers, with a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Brideliella demetrii is done through spores. The spores are sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy compost in a shady position. The spores should be kept moist and warm. The plants should be kept in a cool, moist environment and should be kept away from direct sunlight.

Where to Find Brideliella demetrii

Brideliella demetrii can be found in the northern hemisphere, in areas of Europe, North America, and Asia.

Brideliella demetrii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brideliella demetrii?

Brideliella demetrii

What is the common name of Brideliella demetrii?

Demetri's Brideliella

What is the habitat of Brideliella demetrii?

It is found in moist habitats, such as wet meadows, marshes, and bogs

Species in the Rhabdoweisiaceae family

Camptodontium cryptodon, Cynodontium asperifolium, Cynodontium bruntonii, Cynodontium crassirete, Cynodontium fallax, Cynodontium gracilescens, Cynodontium jenneri, Cynodontium polycarpum, Cynodontium strumiferum, Cynodontium strumulosum, Cynodontium suecicum, Cynodontium tanganyikae, Cynodontium tenellum, Cynodontium guatemalense, Cynodontium mexicanum, Cynodontium sinensifugax, Cynodontium serrulatum, Cynodontium brasiliense, Cynodontium brevidens, Cynodontium brevifolium, Cynodontium chilense, Cynodontium delgadilloi, Cynodontium erosum, Cynodontium hydrogonioides, Cynodontium laxifolium, Cynodontium laxirete, Cynodontium peruvianum, Cynodontium robinsonii, Cynodontium setschwanicum, Cynodontium subintegrum, Cynodontium tunariense, Cynodontium weisioides, Dicranoweisia africana, Dicranoweisia cirrata, Dicranoweisia microcarpa, Dicranoweisia falcifolia, Dicranoweisia tortelloides, Eucamptodon perichaetialis, Oncophorus virens, Oncophorus gracilentus, Oncophorus integerrimus, Arctoa schistioides, Arctoa anderssonii, Arctoa fulvella, Arctoa hyperborea, Arctoa blyttii, Arctoa starkei, Arctoa glacialis, Arctoa pumila, Arctoa spenceri,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100513626: Based on data supplied by Bryonames