Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mitt.) S. Okamura
Source:
tro
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 25: 159 1911
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001199212
Common Names
- Trichocoleopsis sacculata
- Sacculated Trichocoleopsis
- Sacculated Liverwort
Description
Trichocoleopsis sacculata (also called Trichocoleopsis, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Trichocoleaceae. It is a small, tufted moss with a yellowish-green color. It is native to the Northern Hemisphere, and can be found in moist, shady habitats, such as woods and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Trichocoleopsis sacculata is used as a ground cover in landscaping and to help control erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trichocoleopsis sacculata has small, greenish-white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichocoleopsis sacculata can be propagated by division of the plant or by spore sowing. Cultivation is best done in a moist, shady environment with plenty of air circulation. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The plant is sensitive to overwatering and can easily rot.
Where to Find Trichocoleopsis sacculata
Trichocoleopsis sacculata can be found in moist, shady forests in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Species in the Trichocoleopsis genus
Species in the Neotrichocoleaceae family