Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
lapponicus
ID:
1196425

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Norrl.) Hedenäs

Source:
tro

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Lindbergia 15: 30 1989

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195763



Common Names

  • Hamatocaulis lapponicus
  • Lapponicus Moss
  • Hamatocaulis Moss


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Description

Hamatocaulis lapponicus (also called Lapponicus Hamatocaulis Moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss native to Europe. It is a small, tufted moss with stems up to 5 cm long. The leaves are ovate-lanceolate, with a serrate margin, and are up to 2 mm long. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hamatocaulis lapponicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for some animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hamatocaulis lapponicus has small, yellowish flowers, with the seed being a small, black, rounded nut. The seedlings are small and have two, upright leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hamatocaulis lapponicus is a terrestrial moss that can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a potting mix of peat, sand, and perlite. It is best to water the moss with distilled or rainwater and fertilize it with a liquid fertilizer every few weeks. It can also be grown outdoors in a shady, moist area.

Where to Find Hamatocaulis lapponicus

Hamatocaulis lapponicus can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Hamatocaulis lapponicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hamatocaulis lapponicus?

Hamatocaulis lapponicus

What type of plant is Hamatocaulis lapponicus?

Moss

What is the habitat of Hamatocaulis lapponicus?

Found in moist, shady habitats

Species in the Hamatocaulis genus

References

Johan Petter Norrlin (1842-1917): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Norrl.' in the authors string.
Lars Hedenäs (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedenäs' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35184128: Based on data supplied by Bryonames