Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hookeriales
Genus:
Species:
parkeriana
ID:
1196213

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook. & Grev.) W.R. Buck

Source:
tro

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 39: 218 1987

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195551

Common Names

  • Brymela
  • Parkeriana Brymela
  • Parker's Brymela

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Description

Brymela parkeriana (also called Parker's Brymela, among many other common names) is a moss species in the family Brymela. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a creeping, branching stem and leaves that are lanceolate to ovate in shape. It is native to North America, where it is found in moist habitats such as riverbanks and moist meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Brymela parkeriana has been used for medicinal purposes in traditional medicine. It has also been used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brymela parkeriana has small, white, bell-shaped flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brymela parkeriana is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is tolerant of a wide range of soils. It prefers full sun and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Brymela parkeriana

Brymela parkeriana is native to South America and can be found in wet, tropical forests. It is typically found in shady areas near streams and rivers.

Brymela parkeriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brymela parkeriana?

Brymela parkeriana

What is the common name of Brymela parkeriana?

Parker's Brymela

What family does Brymela parkeriana belong to?

Bryaceae

Species in the Pilotrichaceae family

Amblytropis hispidula, Amblytropis setosa, Actinodontium adscendens, Actinodontium dusenii, Actinodontium rhaphidostegum, Actinodontium sprucei, Actinodontium streptopogoneum, Actinodontium pygmaeum, Brymela angustiretis, Brymela complanata, Brymela crosbyi, Brymela laevinervis, Brymela tutezona, Brymela acuminata, Brymela cuspidata, Brymela fissidentoides, Brymela fluminensis, Brymela obtusifolia, Brymela parkeriana, Brymela rugulosa, Brymela websteri, Brymela cavifolia, Callicostella callicostelloides, Callicostella africana, Callicostella apophysata, Callicostella armata, Callicostella ascensionis, Callicostella attenuata, Callicostella beccariana, Callicostella belangeriana, Callicostella bernoullii, Callicostella bisexualis, Callicostella brevipes, Callicostella caledonica, Callicostella campbelliana, Callicostella chevalieri, Callicostella chionophylla, Callicostella chlorina, Callicostella chloroneura, Callicostella circinata, Callicostella constricta, Callicostella cruegeri, Callicostella daltoniaecarpa, Callicostella depressa, Callicostella disticha, Callicostella eberhardtiana, Callicostella emarginatula, Callicostella erosotruncata, Callicostella fallax, Callicostella fissidentella,

References

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Robert Kaye Greville (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grev.' in the authors string.
William Russel Buck (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Buck' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35183875: Based on data supplied by Bryonames