Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
brevicuspis
ID:
1536801

Status:
valid

Authors:
S. He & K.S. Nguyen

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Journal of Bryology. 38(3): 230. 2016

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019442

Common Names

  • Aerobryum brevicuspis
  • Short-awned Haircap Moss
  • Short-awned Feather Moss

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Description

Aerobryum brevicuspis (also called 'Short-beaked Feather-moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a small, yellow-green moss that typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, meadows, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Aerobryum brevicuspis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aerobryum brevicuspis has small, white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. Its seedlings have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aerobryum brevicuspis is a species of moss native to South America. It is an evergreen plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spore propagation. To propagate by division, separate the moss into small clumps and replant in moist, well-drained soil. To propagate by spore, collect the spores from the plant and spread them on a moist, sterile medium. Keep the medium moist and in a shady area until the spores germinate.

Where to Find Aerobryum brevicuspis

Aerobryum brevicuspis can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Aerobryum brevicuspis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aerobryum brevicuspis?

Aerobryum brevicuspis

What is the growth habit of Aerobryum brevicuspis?

It is a small, tufted moss with a creeping stem.

What is the distribution of Aerobryum brevicuspis?

It is distributed in temperate and tropical regions of the world.

Species in the Aerobryum genus

Species in the Brachytheciaceae family

Aerobryum speciosum, Aerobryum brevicuspis, Aerolindigia capillacea, Brachytheciastrum delicatulum, Brachytheciastrum collinum, Brachytheciastrum dieckei, Brachytheciastrum falcatulum, Brachytheciastrum kashmirense, Brachytheciastrum leibergii, Brachytheciastrum microcollinum, Brachytheciastrum paradoxum, Brachytheciastrum trachypodium, Brachytheciastrum velutinum, Brachytheciastrum fendleri, Brachytheciastrum olympicum, Brachytheciastrum leiopodium, Brachytheciastrum salicinum, Brachytheciastrum umbilicatum, Brachytheciella stolonifera, Brachythecium tortipilum, Brachythecium dahuricum, Brachythecium irinae, Brachythecium jacuticum, Brachythecium chakratense, Brachythecium garhwalense, Brachythecium acuminatum, Brachythecium afroglareosum, Brachythecium albicans, Brachythecium asperrimum, Brachythecium auriculatum, Brachythecium austroglareosum, Brachythecium austrosalebrosum, Brachythecium bellii, Brachythecium bodinieri, Brachythecium borgenii, Brachythecium brachycarpum, Brachythecium brachycladum, Brachythecium buchananii, Brachythecium calliergonoides, Brachythecium campestre, Brachythecium camptothecioides, Brachythecium campylothallum, Brachythecium caucasicum, Brachythecium cavifolium, Brachythecium chauvetii, Brachythecium chocayae, Brachythecium cirrosum, Brachythecium complanatum, Brachythecium comtifolium, Brachythecium conostomum,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100446850: Based on data supplied by Bryonames