Status:
valid
Authors:
Broth.
Source:
tro
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Trudy Bot. Muz. Imp. Akad. Nauk 16: 24. 2 f. 1, 4 f. 2 1916
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001175481
Common Names
- Scouleria pulcherrima
- Pulcherrima's Scouleria
- Pulcherrima Scouleria
Description
Scouleria pulcherrima (also called 'Beautiful 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 pulcherrima 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 pulcherrima has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Where to Find Scouleria pulcherrima
Scouleria pulcherrima can be found in the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia.
Species in the Scouleria genus
Species in the Scouleriaceae family