Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
polaris
ID:
1213450

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindb.) Ignatov & Ignatova

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Arctoa 11(Supplement 2): 942 2004

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001212788



Common Names

  • Hygrohypnella polaris
  • Polar Hygrohypnella
  • Hygrohypnella Moss


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Description

Hygrohypnella polaris (also called Polar Hygrohypnella, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in Norway. It is found in moist, shady places, such as in forests or near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Hygrohypnella polaris is used as an ornamental plant in terrariums and gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hygrohypnella polaris has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hygrohypnella polaris is a small, tufted moss that is native to Europe. It is best propagated by division of established clumps. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of cold temperatures and can be grown in USDA zones 3-7.

Where to Find Hygrohypnella polaris

Hygrohypnella polaris is native to the Arctic and Subarctic regions of the Northern Hemisphere.

Species in the Hygrohypnella genus

References

Sextus Otto Lindberg (1835-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindb.' in the authors string.
Mikhail Stanislavovich Ignatov (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ignatov' in the authors string.
Elena Anatol'evna Ignatova (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ignatova' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35215419: Based on data supplied by Bryonames