Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Scouleriales
Genus:
Species:
umbrosa
ID:
1150695

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll. Hal.) Broth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. I(3): 396 1902

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001150033



Common Names

  • Timmiella umbrosa
  • Umbrous Timmiella
  • Timmiella of Umbrous


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Description

Timmiella umbrosa (also called Umbrosa Timmiella, among many other common names) is a small moss species with a creeping, branched stem. It is native to Europe and North America and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Timmiella umbrosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to create a natural habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Timmiella umbrosa has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Timmiella umbrosa is a moss species that is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division of the plant.

Where to Find Timmiella umbrosa

Timmiella umbrosa can be found in South America, particularly in Argentina and Chile.

References

Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' 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: 35106189: Based on data supplied by Bryonames