Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robusticaulis
ID:
1195392

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.B. Bartram) W.R. Buck

Source:
tro

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 36: 179 1984

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194730

Common Names

  • Irelandia robusticaulis
  • Robust Irelandia Moss
  • Robust Moss

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Description

Irelandia robusticaulis (also called Robust Irelandia Moss, among many other common names) is a moss species found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a small, delicate moss with a pale green color and a forked branching pattern. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, forests, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Irelandia robusticaulis is used as a soil stabilizer in gardens and landscaping, and is also used in erosion control and for water filtration.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Irelandia robusticaulis is small and yellow in color. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, light green, and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Irelandia robusticaulis is a species of moss that can be propagated by division or by spore. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It is best to use a soil mix that is high in organic matter and well-draining. The moss should be kept moist but not wet, and it should be fertilized occasionally with a balanced fertilizer. It is also important to keep the moss free of debris and weeds.

Where to Find Irelandia robusticaulis

Irelandia robusticaulis is found in the Himalayas and the western part of China.

Species in the Irelandia genus

Species in the Hypnaceae family

Acritodon nephophilus, Austrohondaella limata, Bryosedgwickia barlassinae, Chryso-hypnum elegantulum, Chryso-hypnum patens, Chryso-hypnum diminutivum, Chryso-hypnum demaretii, Chryso-hypnum cavifolium, Chryso-hypnum frondosum, Chryso-hypnum crosbyi, Chryso-hypnum hylophilum, Chryso-hypnum rostratulum, Chryso-hypnum smithii, Crepidophyllum modestum, Ctenidiadelphus plumularia, Cyathothecium distichaceum, Dacryophyllum falcifolium, Ectropotheciella decrescens, Ectropotheciella distichophylla, Ectropotheciopsis novoguineensis, Ectropothecium glossophylloides, Ectropothecium laxirete, Ectropothecium aciculare, Ectropothecium adnatum, Ectropothecium aeruginosum, Ectropothecium affine, Ectropothecium afromolluscum, Ectropothecium andrei, Ectropothecium aneitense, Ectropothecium angusto-textum, Ectropothecium anisophyllum, Ectropothecium annamense, Ectropothecium arcuatum, Ectropothecium arfakense, Ectropothecium aubertii, Ectropothecium aureo-crispum, Ectropothecium aureum, Ectropothecium aurifolium, Ectropothecium barbelloides, Ectropothecium bingerianum, Ectropothecium bowiei, Ectropothecium brachycladulum, Ectropothecium brevifalcatum, Ectropothecium buitenzorgii, Ectropothecium burmense, Ectropothecium campaniforme, Ectropothecium campanulatum, Ectropothecium capillisetum, Ectropothecium carolinarum, Ectropothecium chamissonis,

References

William Russel Buck (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Buck' in the authors string.
Edwin Bunting Bartram (1878-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.B.Bartram' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35182728: Based on data supplied by Bryonames