Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
scorpioides
ID:
1176120

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hedw.) Limpr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Laubm. Deutschl. 3: 571 1899

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001175458



Common Names

  • Scorpidium scorpioides
  • Scorpion-like Scorpidium
  • Scorpion-like Bog-moss


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Description

Scorpidium scorpioides (also called 'Scorpion-like Scorpion-moss', among many other common names) is a small, delicate moss with a distinctive, tufted habit. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is typically found in moist, shady areas such as stream banks, woodlands, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Scorpidium scorpioides is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scorpidium scorpioides is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have two small leaves.

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Where to Find Scorpidium scorpioides

Scorpidium scorpioides can be found in wet meadows, bogs, and along streams in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Scorpidium scorpioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorpidium scorpioides?

Scorpidium scorpioides

What type of plant is Scorpidium scorpioides?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Scorpidium scorpioides native to?

Europe

References

Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
Karl Gustav Limpricht (1834-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Limpr.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35149879: Based on data supplied by Bryonames