Status:
valid
Authors:
Lojac.
Source:
tro
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
Naturalista Sicil. 3(4): 98 1884
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001172127
Common Names
- Racomitrium Marginatum
- Margined Racomitrium
- Bordered Racomitrium
Description
Racomitrium marginatum (also called marginate moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, light green moss with a thin, glossy texture. It grows in moist, shady areas, often near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Racomitrium marginatum is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to thrive in acidic soils. It is also used to help prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Racomitrium marginatum has small, yellow-green flowers with 6 petals. The seeds are round and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Where to Find Racomitrium marginatum
Racomitrium marginatum is found in moist, shady areas in the northern hemisphere, such as in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia.
Racomitrium marginatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Racomitrium marginatum?
Racomitrium marginatum
What type of plant is Racomitrium marginatum?
Moss
Where is Racomitrium marginatum found?
North America, Europe, and Asia
Species in the Racomitrium 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,