Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
georgicouncinata
ID:
1205117

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll. Hal.) Ochyra & Hedenäs

Source:
tro

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Moss Fl. King George Island Antarctica 227 1998

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001204455



Common Names

  • Sanionia georgicouncinata
  • Georgicouncinata Sanionia
  • Georgicouncinata Moss


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Description

Sanionia georgicouncinata (also called Sanionia georgicouncinata, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Sanioniaceae. It is a small, yellowish-green, leafy plant with a thallus up to 2 cm wide. It is native to Europe, Asia, North America, and Australia, and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sanionia georgicouncinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sanionia georgicouncinata has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sanionia georgicouncinata is a moss that can be propagated by spores or by division. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best grown in a pot or container with a well-draining soil mix. It can also be grown in a terrarium or in a moist, shady area outdoors. It can be propagated by dividing the plant into small pieces and replanting them in moist soil. Spores can also be collected and sown on moist soil to propagate the plant.

Where to Find Sanionia georgicouncinata

Sanionia georgicouncinata can be found in Europe, North Africa, and Asia.

References

Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
Lars Hedenäs (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedenäs' in the authors string.
Ryszard Ochyra (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ochyra' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35204316: Based on data supplied by Bryonames