Coscinodon horridus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Grimmiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
horridus
ID:
1533664
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J. Muñoz & Hespanhol) Hugonnot, R.D. Porley & Ignatov
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
The Bryologist. 121(4): 523. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017643
Common Names
- Horridus Coscinodon
- Coscinodon horridus
- Horridus Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Coscinodon horridus (also called horrid cushion-moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Grimmiaceae. It is a small, cushion-forming moss with a yellow-green to yellow-brown color. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and can be found in moist, acidic habitats such as bogs, fens, and wet rock ledges.
Uses & Benefits
Coscinodon horridus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Coscinodon horridus are small and white, with six petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, with a smooth, glossy surface. The seedlings are small and delicate, with long, thin stems and small, rounded leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Coscinodon horridus can be propagated by division of the clumps. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It is best grown in an area with consistent moisture and is not tolerant of drought.
Where to Find Coscinodon horridus
Coscinodon horridus can be found in the Northern Territory, Australia.
Coscinodon horridus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coscinodon horridus?
Coscinodon horridus
What type of plant is Coscinodon horridus?
Moss
Where is Coscinodon horridus found?
Australia
Species in the Coscinodon genus
Species in the Grimmiaceae family
Bucklandiella shevockii, Bucklandiella allanfifei, Bucklandiella pycnotricha, Bucklandiella elegans, Bucklandiella angustissima, Bucklandiella depressa, Bucklandiella dichelymoides, Bucklandiella subcrispipila, Bucklandiella crumiana, Bucklandiella araucana, Bucklandiella affinis, Bucklandiella afoninae, Bucklandiella albipilifera, Bucklandiella angustifolia, Bucklandiella brevipes, Bucklandiella compactula, Bucklandiella crispipila, Bucklandiella cucullatula, Bucklandiella cucullatifolia, Bucklandiella cylindropyxis, Bucklandiella decurrens, Bucklandiella didyma, Bucklandiella elliptica, Bucklandiella emersa, Bucklandiella fuscescens, Bucklandiella fuscolutea, Bucklandiella gracillima, Bucklandiella grimmioides, Bucklandiella heterosticha, Bucklandiella heterostichoides, Bucklandiella himalayana, Bucklandiella joseph-hookeri, Bucklandiella laeta, Bucklandiella lamprocarpa, Bucklandiella lawtonae, Bucklandiella lepervanchei, Bucklandiella lusitanica, Bucklandiella macounii, Bucklandiella membranacea, Bucklandiella microcarpa, Bucklandiella minuta, Bucklandiella nitidula, Bucklandiella obesa, Bucklandiella obtusa, Bucklandiella occidentalis, Bucklandiella ochracea, Bucklandiella orthotrichacea, Bucklandiella pachydictyon, Bucklandiella vulcanicola, Bucklandiella pacifica,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100476622: Based on data supplied by Bryonames