Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
michauxii
ID:
1196656

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F. Weber) H. Buch

Source:
tro

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Memoranda Soc. Fauna Fl. Fenn. 8: 289 1932

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195994

Common Names

  • Anastrophyllum michauxii
  • Michauxii Anastrophyllum
  • Michauxii Moss
  • Michauxii Leaf Moss

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Description

Anastrophyllum michauxii (also called Michaux's Anastrophyllum, among many other common names) is a moss species in the family Pottiaceae. It is a small, yellow-green to yellow-brown moss with a smooth and glossy surface. It is native to Europe, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anastrophyllum michauxii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anastrophyllum michauxii has small, yellow-green flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Anastrophyllum michauxii: Anastrophyllum michauxii is a small, moss-like liverwort that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spore dispersal or by division of the plant. To propagate by spore dispersal, collect the spores and sow them on a moist, sterile medium. To propagate by division, carefully separate the plant into two or more parts and replant in moist, shady areas.

Where to Find Anastrophyllum michauxii

Anastrophyllum michauxii is found in the southeastern United States, including Alabama, Georgia, and Florida.

Anastrophyllum michauxii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anastrophyllum michauxii?

Anastrophyllum michauxii

What are the common names of Anastrophyllum michauxii?

Michaux's Liverwort

What is the habitat of Anastrophyllum michauxii?

Anastrophyllum michauxii is found in temperate regions of North America

Species in the Anastrophyllaceae family

Anastrepta orcadensis, Anastrophyllum assimile, Anastrophyllum donnianum, Anastrophyllum michauxii, Anastrophyllum auritum, Anastrophyllum stellatum, Anastrophyllum tubulosum, Anastrophyllum piligerum, Anastrophyllum ciliatum, Anastrophyllum esenbeckii, Anastrophyllum joergensenii, Anastrophyllum nigrescens, Anastrophyllum ellipticum, Anastrophyllum squarrosum, Anastrophyllum alpinum, Anastrophyllum divergens, Anastrophyllum fissum, Anastrophyllum obtusum, Barbilophozia barbata, Barbilophozia hatcheri, Barbilophozia lycopodioides, Barbilophozia rubescens, Barbilophozia sudetica, Biantheridion undulifolium, Chandonanthus squarrosus, Crossocalyx hellerianus, Crossocalyx tenuis, Gymnocolea inflata, Hamatostrepta concinna, Hattoria yakushimensis, Isopaches bicrenatus, Isopaches decolorans, Isopaches alboviridis, Isopaches pumicicola, Neoorthocaulis attenuatus, Neoorthocaulis binsteadii, Neoorthocaulis floerkei, Neoorthocaulis hyperboreus, Orthocaulis atlanticus, Orthocaulis cavifolius, Plicanthus giganteus, Plicanthus hirtellus, Plicanthus birmensis, Plicanthus difficilis, Schljakovia kunzeana, Schljakovianthus quadrilobus, Sphenolobopsis pearsonii, Sphenolobus minutus, Sphenolobus saxicola, Sphenolobus austroamericanus,

References

Friedrich Weber (1781-1823): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Weber' in the authors string.
Hans Buch (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Buch' in the authors string.
Alexander William Evans (1868-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Evans' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35184434: Based on data supplied by Bryonames