Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hedw.) P. Beauv.
Source:
tro
Year:
1804
Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat. 2: 23 1804
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001183093
Common Names
- Amblyodon dealbatum
- Dealbatum Amblyodon
- Amblyodon Moss
Description
Amblyodon dealbatum (also called Amblyodon dealbatus, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, yellow-green moss with short, slender stems and small, ovate leaves. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Amblyodon dealbatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Amblyodon dealbatum is small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
Where to Find Amblyodon dealbatum
Amblyodon dealbatum is found in Europe and North America.
Species in the Meesiaceae family
Leptobryum pyriforme,
Amblyodon dealbatum,
Meesia hexasticha,
Meesia longiseta,
Meesia triquetra,
Meesia ulei,
Meesia uliginosa,
Meesia minor,
Meesia minutissima,
Neomeesia paludella,
Paludella squarrosa,