Aulacomnium acuminatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Aulacomniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminatum
ID:
1193131
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindb. & Arnell) Kindb.
Source:
tro
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Enum. Bryin. Exot., suppl. 2, 105 1891
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001192469
Common Names
- Aulacomnium acuminatum
- Acuminatum Aulacomnium Moss
- Acuminatum Fork-Moss
Searching for Aulacomnium acuminatum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aulacomnium acuminatum (also called Acuminate Aulacomnium, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in South America. It is a small, bright green moss with a tufted growth form. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as on rocks, tree trunks, and soil.
Uses & Benefits
Aulacomnium acuminatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in the restoration of disturbed sites, as it is a good colonizer of bare ground.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aulacomnium acuminatum has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Searching for Aulacomnium acuminatum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aulacomnium acuminatum is a moss that is found in temperate regions of the world. It is a low-growing, mat-forming moss that can be propagated by division or by spore. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by division of the mats or by spore. The moss should be kept moist and should be fertilized occasionally with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Aulacomnium acuminatum
Aulacomnium acuminatum can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Species in the Aulacomniaceae family
Aulacomnium arenopaludosum, Aulacomnium heterostichoides, Aulacomnium acuminatum, Aulacomnium androgynum, Aulacomnium heterostichum, Aulacomnium palustre, Aulacomnium turgidum, Hymenodontopsis stresemannii, Hymenodontopsis bifaria, Hymenodontopsis mnioides, Hymenodontopsis vallis-gratiae, Mesochaete taxiforme, Mesochaete undulata,
References
Sextus Otto Lindberg (1835-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindb.' in the authors string.
Nils Conrad Kindberg (1832-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kindb.' in the authors string.
Hampus Wilhelm Arnell (1848-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arnell' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35179355: Based on data supplied by Bryonames