Arvernella microclada - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microclada
ID:
1536598
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hugonnot & Hedenäs
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Journal of Bryology. 37(3): 185. 2015
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019334
Common Names
- Arvernella microclada
- Microclada Arvernella
- Microclada Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arvernella microclada (also called 'Microclad Arvernella', among many other common names) is a small, tufted moss with leaves that are ovate-lanceolate in shape and have a crisp texture. It is native to the Americas, and can be found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Arvernella microclada is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used as a food source for some animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arvernella microclada has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in groups of four to six. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arvernella microclada is a small, tufted moss that can be propagated by division or spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It can be propagated by division or spore sowing.
Where to Find Arvernella microclada
Arvernella microclada is native to the tropical regions of South America, including parts of Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.
Arvernella microclada FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arvernella microclada?
Arvernella microclada
What is the common name of Arvernella microclada?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Arvernella microclada?
Arvernella microclada is found in wet, shady areas in the temperate forests of Europe
Species in the Arvernella genus
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
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100437075: Based on data supplied by Bryonames