Status:
valid
Authors:
(Warnst.) Hedenäs
Source:
tro
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 100: 133 2006
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001213924
Common Names
- Sarmentypnum trichophyllum
- Trichophyllum Sarmentypnum
- Trichophyllum Moss
Description
Sarmentypnum trichophyllum (also called Trichophyllum Sarmentypnum, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green, moss with two different types of leaves. It is native to the eastern United States and is found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Sarmentypnum trichophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sarmentypnum trichophyllum has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Where to Find Sarmentypnum trichophyllum
Sarmentypnum trichophyllum is native to Europe and Asia.
Sarmentypnum trichophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarmentypnum trichophyllum?
Sarmentypnum trichophyllum
What is the common name of Sarmentypnum trichophyllum?
Hairy Sarmentypnum
What is the habitat of Sarmentypnum trichophyllum?
Sarmentypnum trichophyllum is found in moist, shady places in North America and Europe.
Species in the Sarmentypnum genus
Species in the Calliergonaceae family
Sarmentypnum sarmentosum,
Sarmentypnum exannulatum,
Sarmentypnum procerum,
Sarmentypnum pseudosarmentosum,
Sarmentypnum trichophyllum,
Sarmentypnum tundrae,
Calliergon cordifolium,
Calliergon diluvianum,
Calliergon giganteum,
Calliergon megalophyllum,
Calliergon orbicularicordatum,
Calliergon richardsonii,
Calliergon acuminatum,
Calliergon aftonianum,
Calliergon hansenae,
Calliergon kayianum,
Loeskypnum badium,
Loeskypnum wickesii,
Straminergon stramineum,
Warnstorfia pseudostraminea,
Warnstorfia fluitans,
Warnstorfia kurilensis,
Warnstorfia fontinaliopsis,