Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
fuscescens
ID:
1198019

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.B. Bartram) M. Menzel

Source:
tro

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 22: 175 1992

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001197357

Common Names

  • Aerobryopsis fuscescens
  • Dark Aerobryopsis
  • Dark Moss

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Uses & Benefits

Aerobryopsis fuscescens is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aerobryopsis fuscescens has small, white flowers, with three sepals and three petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aerobryopsis fuscescens is a small, tufted moss that can be propagated by division or spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady conditions in a soil that is rich in organic matter. It can tolerate a wide range of pH levels and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best to keep the soil evenly moist and not allow it to dry out completely. Fertilizing is not necessary, but can be beneficial if the soil is nutrient-poor.

Where to Find Aerobryopsis fuscescens

Aerobryopsis fuscescens can be found in wetland areas in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Aerobryopsis fuscescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aerobryopsis fuscescens?

Aerobryopsis fuscescens

What is the common name of Aerobryopsis fuscescens?

Fuscescens Moss

What type of habitat does Aerobryopsis fuscescens prefer?

Aerobryopsis fuscescens prefers moist, shady habitats

Species in the Meteoriaceae family

Duthiella flaccida, Duthiella formosana, Duthiella speciosissima, Duthiella wallichii, Duthiella declinata, Aerobryidium aureonitens, Aerobryidium crispifolium, Aerobryidium filamentosum, Aerobryidium laosiense, Aerobryidium levieri, Aerobryidium indicum, Aerobryopsis capensis, Aerobryopsis cochlearifolia, Aerobryopsis deflexa, Aerobryopsis leptosigmata, Aerobryopsis membranacea, Aerobryopsis parisii, Aerobryopsis pulchricoma, Aerobryopsis striatula, Aerobryopsis subdivergens, Aerobryopsis subleptostigmata, Aerobryopsis vitiana, Aerobryopsis cirrifolia, Aerobryopsis fuscescens, Aerobryopsis aristifolia, Aerobryopsis yunnanensis, Aerobryopsis longissima, Aerobryopsis bauerae, Aerobryopsis eravikulamensis, Barbella angustifolia, Barbella turgida, Barbella capillaris, Barbella compressiramea, Barbella futunensis, Barbella horridula, Barbella kurzii, Barbella perpinnata, Barbella rufifolia, Barbella tenax, Barbella biformis, Barbella chrysonema, Barbella eusebii, Barbella minuta, Barbella linearifolia, Barbellopsis macroblasta, Barbellopsis trichophora, Barbellopsis conferva, Chrysocladium retrorsum, Cryptopapillaria feae, Cryptopapillaria chrysoclada,

References

Edwin Bunting Bartram (1878-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.B.Bartram' in the authors string.
Mario Menzel (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Menzel' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35186829: Based on data supplied by Bryonames