Status:
valid
Authors:
C.H. Ford & Crand.-Stotl.
Source:
tro
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Novon 12: 335 2002
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001209972
Common Names
- Petalophyllum americanum
- Americanum Petalophyllum
- Americanum Moss
Description
Petalophyllum americanum (also called American Petalophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, cushion-forming liverwort species found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats such as wet rocks, soil, and tree bark.
Uses & Benefits
Petalophyllum americanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Petalophyllum americanum has small, yellowish-green flowers with a single perianth. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have two, long, slender leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Petalophyllum americanum is a species of moss that is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated from spores, and it prefers moist, shady environments. It can be cultivated in a potting mix of peat moss, sand, and compost. It should be kept moist and fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Petalophyllum americanum
Petalophyllum americanum can be found in moist, shady habitats in North America.
Petalophyllum americanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Petalophyllum americanum?
Petalophyllum americanum
What is the common name of Petalophyllum americanum?
American petalophyllum
What is the habitat of Petalophyllum americanum?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
Species in the Petalophyllum genus
Species in the Petalophyllaceae family