Status:
valid
Authors:
(P. Beauv.) Mitt.
Source:
tro
Year:
1869
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 12: 423 1869
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001151603
Common Names
- Viscous Phyllogonium Moss
- Phyllogonium viscosum Moss
- Viscous Phyllogonium Moss
Description
Phyllogonium viscosum (also called Viscous Broom Moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Funariaceae. It is native to North America, Europe and Asia, and prefers to grow in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllogonium viscosum has many non-medical uses, including as a soil stabilizer, for erosion control, and as a ground cover plant. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phyllogonium viscosum is a white to yellowish-green, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllogonium viscosum can be propagated through spores or by division of the plant. Cultivation of this species is best done in moist, acidic soils with plenty of organic matter. It prefers partial shade and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C.
Where to Find Phyllogonium viscosum
Phyllogonium viscosum can be found in South America, from Argentina to Peru.
Species in the Phyllogonium genus
Species in the Phyllogoniaceae family