Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Scouleriales
Genus:
Species:
patagonica
ID:
1176142

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mitt.) A. Jaeger

Source:
tro

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Ber. Thätigk. St. Gallischen Naturwiss. Ges. 1874–75: 158 (Gen. Sp. Musc. 2: 74) 1876

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001175480



Common Names

  • Scouleria patagonica
  • Patagonica's Scouleria
  • Patagonica Scouleria


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Description

Scouleria patagonica (also called 'Patagonian Scouleria', 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

Scouleria patagonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scouleria patagonica has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Where to Find Scouleria patagonica

Scouleria patagonica can be found in South America, particularly in Argentina and Chile.

References

William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
August Jaeger (1842-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Jaeger' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35149916: Based on data supplied by Bryonames