Cinclidium alaskanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Bryales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alaskanum
ID:
1535838
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.E. Wyatt & A.H. Stoneb.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
The Bryologist. 124(1): 5. 2021
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000018905
Common Names
- Cinclidium alaskanum
- Alaskanum Cinclidium
- Alaskanum Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cinclidium alaskanum (also called Alaskan Cinclidium, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Pottiaceae. It is native to Alaska, where it can be found in a variety of habitats, including alpine and subalpine meadows, tundra, and rocky cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Cinclidium alaskanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cinclidium alaskanum has small, yellowish-green flowers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cinclidium alaskanum is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that is native to Alaska. It is a low-growing plant with small, glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Cinclidium alaskanum
Cinclidium alaskanum can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Cinclidium alaskanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cinclidium alaskanum?
Cinclidium alaskanum
What is the habitat of Cinclidium alaskanum?
It is found in moist forests, meadows, and grasslands.
What is the distribution of Cinclidium alaskanum?
It is found in Europe, North Africa, and the Caucasus region.
Species in the Cinclidium genus
Species in the Mniaceae family
Mniobryum brevisetum, Mniobryum linderi, Mniobryum pergracile, Mniobryum perlaxum, Mniobryum rubrum, Mniobryum ruwenzorense, Mniobryum sparsifolium, Mniobryum tortifolium, Webera denticostata, Webera striatidens, Webera taylorii, Webera synoica, Cinclidium arcticum, Cinclidium latifolium, Cinclidium minutifolium, Cinclidium stygium, Cinclidium subrotundum, Cinclidium alaskanum, Cyrtomnium hymenophyllum, Cyrtomnium hymenophylloides, Epipterygium brasiliense, Epipterygium convalleum, Epipterygium immarginatum, Epipterygium mandonii, Epipterygium mexicanum, Epipterygium puiggarii, Epipterygium rigidum, Epipterygium tozeri, Epipterygium wrightii, Epipterygium koelzii, Epipterygium vanuatuicum, Epipterygium opararense, Epipterygium nagasakense, Epipterygium orbifolium, Epipterygium atlanticum, Epipterygium biauritum, Epipterygium oreophilum, Epipterygium yunnanense, Leucolepis acanthoneura, Mielichhoferia shevockii, Mielichhoferia pilifera, Mielichhoferia acuminata, Mielichhoferia acutifolia, Mielichhoferia argentifolia, Mielichhoferia auriseta, Mielichhoferia badhwarii, Mielichhoferia borbonica, Mielichhoferia brotheri, Mielichhoferia bryocarpa, Mielichhoferia canescens,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100511635: Based on data supplied by Bryonames