Status:
valid
Authors:
Ignatov & Ignatova
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
Arctoa. 30(1): 4. 2021
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019335
Common Names
- Arvernella pisarenkoi
- Pisarenkoi Arvernella
- Pisarenkoi Moss
Description
Arvernella pisarenkoi (also called 'Pisarenko's 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 pisarenkoi 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 pisarenkoi 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.
Where to Find Arvernella pisarenkoi
Arvernella pisarenkoi can be found in moist to wet soils, on rocks, and in mossy forests in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Arvernella pisarenkoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arvernella pisarenkoi?
Arvernella pisarenkoi
What is the family of Arvernella pisarenkoi?
Pottiaceae
What is the habitat of Arvernella pisarenkoi?
Rocky slopes and crevices
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,