Status:
valid
Authors:
(Müll. Hal.) Broth.
Source:
tro
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. I(3): 1007 1907
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001174346
Common Names
- Persistens Haplocladium
- Haplocladium persistens
- Persistens Spikemoss
Description
Haplocladium persistens (also called 'Persistent Feather Moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Hypnaceae. It is a small, tufted moss with stems up to 1 cm long and leaves up to 1 mm long. It is native to North and South America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Haplocladium persistens is a species of moss that is used in horticulture and landscaping. It is often used as a ground cover in gardens, as it is low-growing and requires minimal maintenance. It is also used to help control erosion on slopes and banks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Haplocladium persistens is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is a small, round and black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Haplocladium persistens is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spores. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Spores should be collected in late summer and sown on a sterile, moist medium. The ferns will emerge in spring.
Where to Find Haplocladium persistens
Haplocladium persistens can be found in tropical Africa.
Haplocladium persistens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Haplocladium persistens?
Haplocladium persistens
What is the habitat of Haplocladium persistens?
It is found in moist, shady habitats in tropical and subtropical regions.
What is the size of Haplocladium persistens?
It is a small fern, typically growing to a height of 5–15 cm (2–6 in).
Species in the Haplocladium genus
Haplocladium parvulum,
Haplocladium angustifolium,
Haplocladium discolor,
Haplocladium gracilisetum,
Haplocladium jacquemontii,
Haplocladium larminatii,
Haplocladium microphyllum,
Haplocladium percapillatum,
Haplocladium persistens,
Haplocladium porphyropelma,
Haplocladium schimperi,
Haplocladium stratosum,
Haplocladium strictulum,
Haplocladium virginianum,
Haplocladium plumulosum,
Haplocladium perparaphyllum,
Haplocladium vestitum,
Haplocladium kiusiuense,
Species in the Leskeaceae family
Fabronidium guatemaliense,
Haplocladium parvulum,
Haplocladium angustifolium,
Haplocladium discolor,
Haplocladium gracilisetum,
Haplocladium jacquemontii,
Haplocladium larminatii,
Haplocladium microphyllum,
Haplocladium percapillatum,
Haplocladium persistens,
Haplocladium porphyropelma,
Haplocladium schimperi,
Haplocladium stratosum,
Haplocladium strictulum,
Haplocladium virginianum,
Haplocladium plumulosum,
Haplocladium perparaphyllum,
Haplocladium vestitum,
Haplocladium kiusiuense,
Hylocomiopsis cylindricarpa,
Hylocomiopsis ovicarpa,
Leptocladium sinense,
Leskea plumaria,
Leskea polenburgii,
Leskea polycarpa,
Leskea riparia,
Leskea scabrinervis,
Leskea subacuminata,
Leskea subfiliramea,
Leskea vaucheri,
Leskea australis,
Leskea brevifolia,
Leskea catenularia,
Leskea consanguinea,
Leskea filivaga,
Leskea gracilescens,
Leskea guineensis,
Leskea hyloapiculata,
Leskea integra,
Leskea latifolia,
Leskea mauritiana,
Leskea obscura,
Leskea filaria,
Leskea leskeoides,
Leskea perstricta,
Leskea moravica,
Leskea sublaevifolia,
Leskea acuminata,
Leskea schiedeana,
Leskeadelphus angustatus,