Aulacomnium androgynum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Aulacomniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
androgynum
ID:
1193132
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hedw.) Schwägr.
Source:
tro
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Sp. Musc. Frond., Suppl. 3 1(1): 215 1827
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001192470
Common Names
- Aulacomnium androgynum
- Androgynum Aulacomnium Moss
- Androgynum Fork-Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aulacomnium androgynum (also called Androgynous 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 androgynum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to stabilize soil and for erosion control on slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aulacomnium androgynum 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aulacomnium androgynum 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 androgynum
Aulacomnium androgynum 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
Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Schwaegrichen (1775-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwägr.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35179356: Based on data supplied by Bryonames