Viridivellus pulchellum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulchellum
ID:
1170613
Status:
valid
Authors:
I.G. Stone
Source:
tro
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
J. Bryol. 9: 21. f. 1–4. pl. 1 1976
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001169951
Common Names
- Viridivellus pulchellum
- Pulchellum Moss
- Pulchellum Mossy Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Viridivellus pulchellum (also called 'Pretty Viridivellus', among many other common names) is a small, tufted moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It has a bright green color and is composed of small, densely packed leaves. It is native to parts of North America, Europe, and Asia, and can be found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Viridivellus pulchellum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and diarrhea. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Viridivellus pulchellum is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with 6 petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Viridivellus pulchellum is a small, tufted moss that prefers moist, shady locations. It can be propagated through division of the tufts or by spore. Spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Viridivellus pulchellum
Viridivellus pulchellum can be found in wetland habitats in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Species in the Viridivellus genus
Species in the Viridivelleraceae family
References
Ilma Grace Stone (1913-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.G.Stone' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35141279: Based on data supplied by Bryonames