Hypopterygium lutescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypopterygiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lutescens
ID:
1183935
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hornsch.
Source:
tro
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 15: 144 1841
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001183273
Common Names
- Hypopterygium lutescens
- Yellow Feather-moss
- Feather-moss
Searching for Hypopterygium lutescens? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hypopterygium lutescens (also called 'Yellowish Feather-moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, tufted moss with green to yellow-green stems and leaves. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as woods, meadows, and rocky slopes. It is native to North America and Europe.
Uses & Benefits
Hypopterygium lutescens is used as a ground cover in gardens and is also used in erosion control projects. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hypopterygium lutescens has small, yellow-green flowers without petals. Its seeds are small, round and black in color. Its seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Searching for Hypopterygium lutescens? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hypopterygium lutescens is a small, tufted moss that is native to the Northern Hemisphere. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as woods, meadows, and along streams. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, acidic soil and partial shade.
Where to Find Hypopterygium lutescens
Hypopterygium lutescens is found in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Hypopterygium lutescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypopterygium lutescens?
Hypopterygium lutescens
What type of plant is Hypopterygium lutescens?
Hypopterygium lutescens is a species of moss.
Where is Hypopterygium lutescens found?
Hypopterygium lutescens is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Species in the Hypopterygiaceae family
Arbusculohypopterygium arbuscula, Canalohypopterygium tamariscinum, Catharomnion ciliatum, Cyathophorum adiantum, Cyathophorum africanum, Cyathophorum bulbosum, Cyathophorum spinosum, Cyathophorum tahitense, Dendrocyathophorum decolyi, Dendrohypopterygium filiculiforme, Hypopterygium hookerianum, Hypopterygium didictyon, Hypopterygium discolor, Hypopterygium flavolimbatum, Hypopterygium rotulatum, Hypopterygium sandwicense, Hypopterygium tamarisci, Hypopterygium vriesei, Hypopterygium lutescens, Hypopterygium elatum, Hypopterygium parvifolium, Hypopterygium obstusum, Lopidium concinnum, Lopidium nematosum, Lopidium struthiopteris,
References
Christian Friedrich Hornschuch (1793-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hornsch.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35162742: Based on data supplied by Bryonames