Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polycarpa
ID:
1163669

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hedw.

Source:
tro

Year:
1801

Citation Micro:
Sp. Musc. Frond. 225 1801

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001163007

Common Names

  • Polycarpa Leskea
  • Many-fruited Leskea
  • Many-fruited Moss

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Description

Leskea polycarpa (also called Leskea polycarpa, among many other common names) is a small moss species found in the Northern Hemisphere. It has a yellowish-green color and is usually found growing on rocks, soil, and tree bark. Its native regions include Europe, Asia, and North America. It is commonly found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Leskea polycarpa can be used as a ground cover in landscaping and gardens. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leskea polycarpa is small and white, with four petals. The seed is small and black with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and pale green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leskea polycarpa is a species of moss that is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is a small, tufted moss with a creeping stem and small, ovate leaves. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady areas and should be grown in a potting mix that is high in organic matter. It should be kept moist and fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Leskea polycarpa

Leskea polycarpa can be found in the temperate regions of Europe and Asia.

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

Jakob Friedrich Ehrhart (1742-1795): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehrh.' in the authors string.
Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35129979: Based on data supplied by Bryonames