Gymnomitrion alpinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpinum
ID:
1523617
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gottsche ex Husn.) Schiffn.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Oesterreichische Botanische Zeitschrift. 53: 280. 1903
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000009617
Common Names
- Gymnomitrion alpinum
- Alpine Sedge
- Alpine Saw-toothed Sedge
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gymnomitrion alpinum (also called alpine gymnomitrion, among many other common names) is a small, moss-like plant with a bright green color. It is native to the northern hemisphere and is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in alpine regions.
Uses & Benefits
Gymnomitrion alpinum is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gymnomitrion alpinum has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gymnomitrion alpinum can be propagated by division or by seed. The rhizomes should be divided in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer.
Where to Find Gymnomitrion alpinum
Gymnomitrion alpinum can be found in parts of Europe, including parts of France, Switzerland, and Austria.
Gymnomitrion alpinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gymnomitrion alpinum?
Gymnomitrion alpinum
What is the common name of Gymnomitrion alpinum?
Alpine Mitrula
What is the natural habitat of Gymnomitrion alpinum?
Gymnomitrion alpinum is found in temperate and alpine regions of the world
Species in the Gymnomitriaceae family
Acrolophozia sulcata, Acrolophozia fuegiana, Acrolophozia pectinata, Cryptocoleopsis imbricata, Gymnomitrion bolivianum, Gymnomitrion minutulum, Gymnomitrion nigrum, Gymnomitrion subintegrum, Gymnomitrion concinnatum, Gymnomitrion corallioides, Gymnomitrion laceratum, Gymnomitrion obtusatum, Gymnomitrion pacificum, Gymnomitrion crenulatum, Gymnomitrion mucrophorum, Gymnomitrion crenatilobum, Gymnomitrion sinense, Gymnomitrion moralesae, Gymnomitrion verrucosum, Gymnomitrion strictum, Gymnomitrion setaceum, Gymnomitrion atrofilum, Gymnomitrion obtusum, Gymnomitrion mucronulatum, Gymnomitrion noguchianum, Gymnomitrion obtusilobum, Gymnomitrion truncato-apiculata, Gymnomitrion adustum, Gymnomitrion africanum, Gymnomitrion alpinum, Gymnomitrion asperulatum, Gymnomitrion brevissimum, Gymnomitrion commutatum, Gymnomitrion crystallocaulon, Gymnomitrion faurieanum, Gymnomitrion fissum, Gymnomitrion incompletum, Gymnomitrion kamchaticum, Gymnomitrion parvitextum, Gymnomitrion revolutum, Gymnomitrion rubidum, Gymnomitrion schusterianum, Gymnomitrion sichuanicum, Marsupella arctica, Marsupella boeckii, Marsupella bolanderi, Marsupella condensata, Marsupella emarginata, Marsupella funckii, Marsupella paroica,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100385114: Based on data supplied by Bryonames