Kingdom:
Phylum:
Polytrichopsida
Order:
Tetraphidales
Species:
ovatum
ID:
1149903

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Funck) Schwägr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Species Muscorum Frondosorum, Supplementum Secundum 1(2): 102. 1824

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001149241





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Description

Tetrodontium ovatum (also called Four-toothed Feather Moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a small, tufted moss with yellowish-green stems and four-toothed leaves. It grows in moist, shady places, such as woods and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Tetrodontium ovatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in the production of soil erosion control mats and as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tetrodontium ovatum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetrodontium ovatum is a small, perennial herb that is native to North America. It is typically found growing in moist, shady areas. It is best propagated by division in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take several years to reach maturity. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and full to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Tetrodontium ovatum

Tetrodontium ovatum can be found in the temperate regions of Europe.

References

Christian Friedrich Schwaegrichen (1775-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwägr.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Christian Funck (1771-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Funck' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35105023: Based on data supplied by Bryonames