Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
acutum
ID:
1191701

Status:
valid

Authors:
Broth. & Paris

Source:
tro

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Rev. Bryol. 38: 31 1911

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001191039



Common Names

  • Acutum Stereophyllum
  • Sharp-leaved Stereophyllum
  • Sharp-toothed Stereophyllum


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Description

Stereophyllum acutum (also called Acute Stereophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Mediterranean region. It is a small, light green moss with a tufted habit and a glossy surface. It is found in humid, shady areas, such as in forests, and on rocks and tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Stereophyllum acutum has been used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control. It can also be used as a decorative element in gardens and landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Stereophyllum acutum are small and red, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stereophyllum acutum is a small, tufted, perennial moss with a wide distribution. It prefers moist, shady areas and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by division or by spore. Division is best done in spring or early summer. Spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a shady, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Stereophyllum acutum

Stereophyllum acutum can be found in Europe, North America, and Asia.

Species in the Stereophyllaceae family

Catagoniopsis berteroana, Entodontopsis contorte-operculata, Entodontopsis radicalis, Entodontopsis leucostega, Entodontopsis nitens, Entodontopsis anceps, Entodontopsis angustiretis, Entodontopsis mexicana, Entodontopsis pygmaea, Entodontopsis rhynchostegioides, Entodontopsis rufescens, Entodontopsis sedgwickii, Entodontopsis setschwanica, Entodontopsis tavoyensis, Entodontopsis tenuinervis, Entodontopsis wightii, Entodontopsis cultelliformis, Juratzkaea indica, Juratzkaea seminervis, Juratzkaea argentinica, Juratzkaea incisa, Pilosium chlorophyllum, Sciuroleskea mittenii, Sciuroleskea xanthophylla, Stenocarpidium leucodon, Stereophyllum andungense, Stereophyllum aptychopsis, Stereophyllum bremondii, Stereophyllum cataractarum, Stereophyllum jamaicense, Stereophyllum laxirete, Stereophyllum lepidopiloides, Stereophyllum leucothallum, Stereophyllum macrocarpum, Stereophyllum radiculosum, Stereophyllum subacuminatum, Stereophyllum vitiense, Stereophyllum favaroi, Stereophyllum acutum,

References

Jean Édouard Gabriel Narcisse Paris (1827-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paris' in the authors string.
Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35177285: Based on data supplied by Bryonames