Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
kerrii
ID:
1185880

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dixon

Source:
tro

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 69: 1. 595 f. 1 1931

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001185218

Common Names

  • Microtheciella kerrii
  • Kerrii Moss
  • Kerrii Microtheciella

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Uses & Benefits

Microtheciella kerrii is used as a ground cover in gardens and landscaping, as well as a decorative plant in aquariums. It is also used as a soil stabilizer in areas with poor soil quality and is also used in erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microtheciella kerrii is small and white. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and light green.

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Where to Find Microtheciella kerrii

Microtheciella kerrii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Species in the Microtheciella genus

Species in the Microtheciellaceae family

References

Hugh Neville Dixon (1861-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dixon' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35165693: Based on data supplied by Bryonames