Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Species:
porphyropelma
ID:
1175009

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll. Hal.

Source:
tro

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 40: 83 1901

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001174347

Common Names

  • Porphyropelma Haplocladium
  • Haplocladium porphyropelma
  • Porphyropelma Spikemoss

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Description

Haplocladium porphyropelma (also called 'Purple-Stemmed 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 2 cm long and leaves up to 1.5 mm long. It is native to North and South America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Haplocladium porphyropelma 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 porphyropelma 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haplocladium porphyropelma 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 porphyropelma

Haplocladium porphyropelma can be found in tropical Africa.

Haplocladium porphyropelma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haplocladium porphyropelma?

Haplocladium porphyropelma

What is the habitat of Haplocladium porphyropelma?

It is found in moist, shady habitats in tropical and subtropical regions.

What is the size of Haplocladium porphyropelma?

It is a small fern, typically growing to a height of 5–15 cm (2–6 in).

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,

References

Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35148160: Based on data supplied by Bryonames