Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
villosum
ID:
1036044

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.G.Wang & F.W.Xing

Source:
tro

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Bot. Stud. (Taipei) 51(1): 100 (-104; figs, map). 2010 [Jan 2010]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001035382

Common Names

  • Hypodematium villosum
  • Hairy Hypodematium
  • Hairy Fern

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Description

Hypodematium villosum (also called Hairy Hypodematium, among many other common names) is a species of moss belonging to the Hypodematiaceae family. It is a small moss with a creeping stem and small, ovate-lanceolate leaves that are densely covered in hairs. It is native to the Northern Hemisphere, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hypodematium villosum is a species of fern used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypodematium villosum has small, white flowers and its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypodematium villosum is a perennial herb that is native to the United States. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Hypodematium villosum

Hypodematium villosum can be found in the temperate regions of North America.

References

Fa Guo Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.G.Wang' in the authors string.
Fu Wu Xing (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.W.Xing' in the authors string.