Mastigobryum palmicola - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palmicola
ID:
1525533
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steph.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Species Hepaticarum. 6: 488. 1924
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011066
Common Names
- Palmicola Moss
- Mastigobryum Moss
- Palmicola Haircap Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mastigobryum palmicola (also called Palmicola moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss native to North America. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a short stem and a tuft of leaves at the top. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests, grasslands, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Mastigobryum palmicola has been used as a source of fiber for rope, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mastigobryum palmicola is small, yellowish-green and has 6-7 tepals. The seed is small, black and ovoid in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mastigobryum palmicola can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to keep the soil moist but not wet. Fertilization is not necessary.
Where to Find Mastigobryum palmicola
Mastigobryum palmicola can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Mastigobryum palmicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mastigobryum palmicola?
Mastigobryum palmicola
What type of plant is Mastigobryum palmicola?
Moss
Where is Mastigobryum palmicola found?
North America
Species in the Mastigobryum genus
Mastigobryum rajanum, Mastigobryum venezuelanum, Mastigobryum vermiculare, Mastigobryum ledermannii, Mastigobryum londbergii, Mastigobryum asperum, Mastigobryum longifolium, Mastigobryum madagassum, Mastigobryum minutitextum, Mastigobryum multidens, Mastigobryum muscicola, Mastigobryum nigricans, Mastigobryum nipuranum, Mastigobryum palmicola, Mastigobryum decurrens, Mastigobryum deningeri, Mastigobryum dentistipulum, Mastigobryum everettii, Mastigobryum ribehanum, Mastigobryum ruficaule, Mastigobryum schraderbergii, Mastigobryum squamulistipum, Mastigobryum subhyalinum, Mastigobryum karstenii, Mastigobryum aberrans,
Species in the Lepidoziaceae family
Acromastigum anisostomum, Acromastigum bancanum, Acromastigum bifidum, Acromastigum brotheri, Acromastigum capillare, Acromastigum colensoanum, Acromastigum cunninghamii, Acromastigum echinatiforme, Acromastigum echinatum, Acromastigum exiguum, Acromastigum exile, Acromastigum filum, Acromastigum fimbriatum, Acromastigum inaequilaterum, Acromastigum integrifolium, Acromastigum laetevirens, Acromastigum linganum, Acromastigum mooreanum, Acromastigum obliquatum, Acromastigum tenax, Acromastigum verticale, Acromastigum moratii, Acromastigum pusillum, Acromastigum stellare, Acromastigum rigidum, Acromastigum subechinatiforme, Acromastigum adaptatum, Acromastigum divaricatum, Acromastigum longirete, Acromastigum fumosum, Acromastigum furcatifolium, Acromastigum herzogii, Acromastigum homodictyon, Acromastigum implexum, Acromastigum interstisiale, Acromastigum laevigatum, Acromastigum lamyi, Acromastigum leptophyllum, Acromastigum lobuliferum, Acromastigum marginatum, Acromastigum microstichum, Acromastigum prismaticale, Acromastigum stenophyllum, Acromastigum aurescens, Acromastigum caledonicum, Acromastigum carcinum, Acromastigum cavifolium, Acromastigum curtilobum, Amazoopsis diplopoda, Amazoopsis gracilis,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100456237: Based on data supplied by Bryonames