Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
americanum
ID:
1181383

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brid.

Source:
tro

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Muscol. Recent. Suppl. 2: 45 1812

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001180721

Common Names

  • American Moss
  • American Climacium Moss
  • American Forked Moss

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Uses & Benefits

Climacium americanum is used as a ground cover in gardens and can help to reduce soil erosion. It is also beneficial for providing a habitat for beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Climacium americanum has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Climacium americanum is a slow-growing moss that prefers partial shade and moist soil. It can be propagated by division of the clumps or by spores. The spores should be sown on a moist peaty soil and kept in a cool, shaded place.

Where to Find Climacium americanum

Climacium americanum can be found in North America.

Climacium americanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Climacium americanum?

Climacium americanum

What type of plant is Climacium americanum?

Moss

Where is Climacium americanum native to?

North America

References

Samuel Elisée Bridel-Brideri (1762-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brid.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35157872: Based on data supplied by Bryonames