Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
dendroides
ID:
1181386

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hedw.) F. Weber & D. Mohr

Source:
tro

Year:
1804

Citation Micro:
Naturh. Reise Schwedens 96 1804

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001180724

Common Names

  • Climacium dendroides
  • Dendroid Climacium
  • Dendroid Moss

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Uses & Benefits

Climacium dendroides 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 dendroides 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 dendroides 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 dendroides

Climacium dendroides can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Climacium dendroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Climacium dendroides?

Climacium dendroides

What type of plant is Climacium dendroides?

Moss

Where is Climacium dendroides native to?

North America

References

Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Weber (1781-1823): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Weber' in the authors string.
Daniel Matthias Heinrich Mohr (1780-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Mohr' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35157877: Based on data supplied by Bryonames