Aulacomnium heterostichoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Aulacomniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterostichoides
ID:
1147431
Status:
valid
Authors:
Janssens, D.G. Horton & Basinger
Source:
tro
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Canad. J. Bot. 57: 2153. f. 4–5, 7–8, 10–18 1979
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001146769
Common Names
- Aulacomnium heterostichoides
- Heterostichoides Moss
- Heterostichoides Moss Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aulacomnium heterostichoides (also called Heterostichoid Aulacomnium, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Aulacomniaceae. It is found in Europe, North America, and Asia, and is typically found in grasslands, woodlands, and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Aulacomnium heterostichoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used to reduce erosion on slopes and is a popular choice for rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aulacomnium heterostichoides is small and yellow-green in colour. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are short and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aulacomnium heterostichoides can be propagated by division of the clumps or by seed. Cultivation requires a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny position. It is hardy to -5°C.
Where to Find Aulacomnium heterostichoides
Aulacomnium heterostichoides can be found in the northern hemisphere, from the Arctic to the temperate regions.
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
James F. Basinger: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Basinger' in the authors string.
Joannes Arnoldus P. Janssens (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Janssens' in the authors string.
Diana Gail Horton (1949-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.G.Horton' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35100347: Based on data supplied by Bryonames