Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
wahlenbergii
ID:
1534023

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brid.) Fedosov, M. Stech & Ignatov

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017835



Common Names

  • Brideliella wahlenbergii
  • Wahlenbergii Brideliella
  • Wahlenbergii Moss


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Description

Brideliella wahlenbergii (also called as the Wahlenberg'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 wahlenbergii 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 wahlenbergii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Brideliella wahlenbergii: Brideliella wahlenbergii is a moss that can be propagated by spores or by division. It is best grown in moist, shady areas with acidic soil. It can be propagated by sowing spores on the soil surface or by dividing established clumps. Spores should be sown in the spring or early summer. Division can be done in the spring or fall when the plants are actively growing. The divided clumps should be planted in moist, shady areas with acidic soil.

Where to Find Brideliella wahlenbergii

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

Brideliella wahlenbergii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brideliella wahlenbergii?

Brideliella wahlenbergii

What is the common name of Brideliella wahlenbergii?

Wahlenberg's Brideliella

What is the habitat of Brideliella wahlenbergii?

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: 100513625: Based on data supplied by Bryonames