Acrobolbus perpusillus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perpusillus
ID:
1523212
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Colenso) Briscoe
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 202(1): 60. 2015
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000009292
Common Names
- Perpusillus Acrobolbus
- Acrobolbus Perpusillus
- Perpusillus Acrobolbus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acrobolbus perpusillus (also called 'Tiny Acrobolbus', among many other common names) is a species of moss that is native to Europe, Asia and North America. It is found in wet habitats, such as bogs, wet meadows and wet woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Acrobolbus perpusillus is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in terrariums.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Acrobolbus perpusillus var. denticulatus (J.J. Engel & Glenny) BriscoeFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acrobolbus perpusillus has small, yellowish-green flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acrobolbus perpusillus is a small moss species that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by spores or division. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium such as vermiculite or peat moss. The moss should be kept in a humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Division can be done by carefully separating the moss into smaller pieces and replanting them in moist soil.
Where to Find Acrobolbus perpusillus
Acrobolbus perpusillus is found in Europe and North Africa.
Acrobolbus perpusillus FAQ
What are the growth requirements of Acrobolbus perpusillus?
Acrobolbus perpusillus requires moist, acidic soil and partial to full shade to thrive.
What type of environment does Acrobolbus perpusillus prefer?
Acrobolbus perpusillus prefers moist, acidic soil and partial to full shade.
What is the best way to propagate Acrobolbus perpusillus?
The best way to propagate Acrobolbus perpusillus is through division or by sowing spores.
Species in the Acrobolbus genus
Acrobolbus ciliatus, Acrobolbus cinerascens, Acrobolbus lophocoleoides, Acrobolbus saccatus, Acrobolbus surculosus, Acrobolbus tenellus, Acrobolbus wilsonii, Acrobolbus spinifolius, Acrobolbus antillanus, Acrobolbus ochrophyllus, Acrobolbus africanus, Acrobolbus anisodontus, Acrobolbus azoricus, Acrobolbus concinnus, Acrobolbus cuneifolius, Acrobolbus epiphytus, Acrobolbus flavicans, Acrobolbus gradsteinii, Acrobolbus integrifolius, Acrobolbus knightii, Acrobolbus kunkelii, Acrobolbus laxus, Acrobolbus limbatus, Acrobolbus madeirensis, Acrobolbus papillosus, Acrobolbus perpusillus, Acrobolbus plagiochiloides, Acrobolbus pseudosaccatus, Acrobolbus renifolius, Acrobolbus ruwenzorensis, Acrobolbus setaceus, Acrobolbus setulosus, Acrobolbus sumatranus, Acrobolbus urvilleanus, Acrobolbus viridis,
Species in the Acrobolbaceae family
Acrobolbus ciliatus, Acrobolbus cinerascens, Acrobolbus lophocoleoides, Acrobolbus saccatus, Acrobolbus surculosus, Acrobolbus tenellus, Acrobolbus wilsonii, Acrobolbus spinifolius, Acrobolbus antillanus, Acrobolbus ochrophyllus, Acrobolbus africanus, Acrobolbus anisodontus, Acrobolbus azoricus, Acrobolbus concinnus, Acrobolbus cuneifolius, Acrobolbus epiphytus, Acrobolbus flavicans, Acrobolbus gradsteinii, Acrobolbus integrifolius, Acrobolbus knightii, Acrobolbus kunkelii, Acrobolbus laxus, Acrobolbus limbatus, Acrobolbus madeirensis, Acrobolbus papillosus, Acrobolbus perpusillus, Acrobolbus plagiochiloides, Acrobolbus pseudosaccatus, Acrobolbus renifolius, Acrobolbus ruwenzorensis, Acrobolbus setaceus, Acrobolbus setulosus, Acrobolbus sumatranus, Acrobolbus urvilleanus, Acrobolbus viridis, Austrolophozia andina, Austrolophozia camensis, Austrolophozia paradoxa, Conoscyphus trapezioides, Conoscyphus koponenii, Enigmella thallina, Goebelobryum unguiculatum, Goebelobryum grossitextum, Goebelobryum vermiculare, Lethocolea congesta, Lethocolea glossophylla, Lethocolea naruto-toganensis, Lethocolea radicosa, Lethocolea indica, Lethocolea javanica,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100412484: Based on data supplied by Bryonames