Blindiadelphus polaris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Grimmiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polaris
ID:
1533891
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Berggr.) Fedosov & Ignatov
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 323(1): 38. 2017
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017765
Common Names
- Blindiadelphus polaris
- Polar Blindiadelphus
- Polar Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Blindiadelphus polaris (also called Polar Blindiadelphus, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Blindiadelphaceae. It is a small, delicate moss with a creeping habit. It is native to Asia, Europe, and North America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Blindiadelphus polaris is used as an ornamental plant and can be used in landscaping to add texture and color.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Blindiadelphus polaris has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Blindiadelphus polaris: Blindiadelphus polaris is a moss that can be propagated by spores or by division. It is best grown in moist, shady areas with acidic soil. It can be propagated by sowing spores on the soil surface or by dividing established clumps. Spores should be sown in the spring or early summer. Division can be done in the spring or fall when the plants are actively growing. The divided clumps should be planted in moist, shady areas with acidic soil.
Where to Find Blindiadelphus polaris
Blindiadelphus polaris can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Blindiadelphus polaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blindiadelphus polaris?
Blindiadelphus polaris
What type of plant is Blindiadelphus polaris?
Moss
Where is Blindiadelphus polaris found?
North America, Europe, and Asia
Species in the Blindiadelphus genus
Species in the Seligeriaceae family
Blindia acuta, Blindia brachystegia, Blindia caespiticia, Blindia campylopodioides, Blindia capillifolia, Blindia contecta, Blindia immersa, Blindia jamesonii, Blindia japonica, Blindia magellanica, Blindia martinii, Blindia roerichii, Blindia torrentium, Blindia maxwellii, Blindia dalatensis, Blindia seppeltii, Blindia gradsteinii, Blindia buckii, Blindia rigida, Blindia serrata, Hymenolomopsis tolucensis, Notothamia ferruginea, Seligeria careyana, Seligeria acutifolia, Seligeria brevifolia, Seligeria calcarea, Seligeria cardotii, Seligeria carniolica, Seligeria donniana, Seligeria gymnostoma, Seligeria oelandica, Seligeria patula, Seligeria paucifolia, Seligeria pusilla, Seligeria trifaria, Seligeria tristichoides, Seligeria irrigata, Seligeria calycina, Blindiadelphus campylopodus, Blindiadelphus diminutus, Blindiadelphus diversifolius, Blindiadelphus polaris, Blindiadelphus recurvatus, Blindiadelphus sibiricus, Blindiadelphus subimmersus,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100468960: Based on data supplied by Bryonames