Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
pennata
ID:
1195295

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hedw.) F. Weber & D. Mohr

Source:
tro

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Index Mus. Pl. Crypt. [2] 1803

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194633



Common Names

  • Schistostega pennata
  • Pennata Moss
  • Schistostega pennata


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Description

Schistostega pennata (also called Schistostega, among many other common names) is an evergreen, pinnately branched moss with a creeping habit. It is native to the Northern Hemisphere, where it is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Schistostega pennata is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used in the production of bioplastics and as a source of dietary fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schistostega pennata has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two seed leaves.

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Where to Find Schistostega pennata

Schistostega pennata is found in the northern hemisphere, from North America to Europe and Asia.

Species in the Schistostega genus

Species in the Schistostegaceae family

References

Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Weber (1781-1823): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Weber' in the authors string.
Daniel Matthias Heinrich Mohr (1780-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Mohr' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35182612: Based on data supplied by Bryonames