Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
chalaropelma
ID:
1183411

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll. Hal. ex Renauld

Source:
tro

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Bryol. Madagascar 103 1909

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001182749

Common Names

  • Amblystegium chalaropelma
  • Chalaropelma Moss
  • Chalaropelma's Moss
  • Chalaropelma Fern Moss

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Description

Amblystegium chalaropelma (also called Rock-moss, among many other common names) is a small moss species found in the Northern Hemisphere. It has a thin, green stem with a few leaves and a tiny capsule. It is native to the mountains of Europe and Asia, and is found in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Amblystegium chalaropelma is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and dysentery. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amblystegium chalaropelma has small, yellow-green flowers with 6 petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single, light green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amblystegium chalaropelma can be propagated by spores or division of the rhizome. It prefers a moist, shady environment and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It should be kept in a well-draining soil and watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Amblystegium chalaropelma

Amblystegium chalaropelma can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Amblystegium chalaropelma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amblystegium chalaropelma?

Amblystegium chalaropelma

What type of plant is Amblystegium chalaropelma?

Amblystegium chalaropelma is a moss species.

Where is Amblystegium chalaropelma found?

Amblystegium chalaropelma is found in Europe, North Africa, and North America.

Species in the Amblystegiaceae family

Tomentypnum nitens, Tomentypnum falcifolium, Tomentypnum involutum, Tomentypnum vittii, Amblystegium arvernense, Amblystegium glaziovii, Amblystegium serpens, Amblystegium sparsile, Amblystegium speirophyllum, Amblystegium subulatum, Amblystegium tenuifolium, Amblystegium chalaropelma, Amblystegium patenti-flexuosum, Amblystegium stricto-serpens, Amblystegium camisassae, Amblystegium calcareum, Amblystegium pseudosubtile, Anacamptodon africanus, Anacamptodon amblystegioides, Anacamptodon cubensis, Anacamptodon fortunei, Anacamptodon latidens, Anacamptodon splachnoides, Anacamptodon validinervis, Anacamptodon wattsii, Anacamptodon compactus, Anacamptodon marginatus, Anacamptodon minimus, Anacamptodon kamchaticus, Anacamptodon touwii, Bryostreimannia turgida, Campylium squarrosulum, Campylium amblystegioides, Campylium annamense, Campylium chrysophyllum, Campylium glaucocarpoides, Campylium insubricum, Campylium stellatum, Campylium zemliae, Campylium gollanii, Campylium longicuspis, Campylium laxifolium, Campylium protensum, Campylium bambergeri, Campylium hylocomioides, Conardia compacta, Cratoneuron filicinum, Cratoneuron curvicaule, Cratoneuropsis relaxa, Cratoneuropsis chilensis,

References

Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand François Gabriel Renauld (1837-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Renauld' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35160991: Based on data supplied by Bryonames