Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Pottiales
Species:
limbatum
ID:
1186825

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.H. Norris & R.H. Zander

Source:
tro

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Bryologist 84: 404. f. 1–6 1981

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001186163



Common Names

  • Limbatum Splachnobryum
  • Limbatum Limbate Moss
  • Limbatum Limbate Leafy Moss


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Description

Splachnobryum limbatum (also called as Limbatum Splachnobryum, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is a small, yellowish-green moss with a short stem and small leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Splachnobryum limbatum is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Splachnobryum limbatum are small and yellow. Seed: The seeds of Splachnobryum limbatum are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Splachnobryum limbatum are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Splachnobryum limbatum can be propagated by division of clumps or by sowing spores. Cultivation is best done in moist, humus-rich, acidic soils in partial shade.

Where to Find Splachnobryum limbatum

Splachnobryum limbatum can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.

References

Daniel Howard Norris (1933-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.H.Norris' in the authors string.
Richard Henry Zander (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Zander' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35168060: Based on data supplied by Bryonames