Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
stricto-serpens
ID:
1183426

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dixon

Source:
tro

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Results Norweg. Sci. Exped. Tristan da Cunha 48: 40 1960

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001182764

Common Names

  • Amblystegium stricto-serpens
  • Stricto-serpens Moss
  • Stricto-serpens's Moss
  • Stricto-serpens Fern Moss

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Description

Amblystegium stricto-serpens (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 stricto-serpens 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 stricto-serpens 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 stricto-serpens 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 stricto-serpens

Amblystegium stricto-serpens can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Amblystegium stricto-serpens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amblystegium stricto-serpens?

Amblystegium stricto-serpens

What type of plant is Amblystegium stricto-serpens?

Amblystegium stricto-serpens is a moss species.

Where is Amblystegium stricto-serpens found?

Amblystegium stricto-serpens 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

Hugh Neville Dixon (1861-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dixon' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35161047: Based on data supplied by Bryonames