Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
revolvens
ID:
1196426

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) Rubers

Source:
tro

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Natuurhistor. Biblioth. van de K N N V 50: 380 1989

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195764



Common Names

  • Scorpidium revolvens
  • Revolvens Moss
  • Scorpidium Moss


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Description

Scorpidium revolvens (also called Revolvens Scorpidium 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

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scorpidium revolvens 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

Scorpidium revolvens 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 Scorpidium revolvens

Scorpidium revolvens is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Scorpidium revolvens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorpidium revolvens?

Scorpidium revolvens

What type of plant is Scorpidium revolvens?

Moss

What is the habitat of Scorpidium revolvens?

Found in moist, shady habitats

References

Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.
Wilhelmus(Wim) Vincentius Rubers (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rubers' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35184129: Based on data supplied by Bryonames