Description
Plagiothecium nemorale (also called Orthothecium nemorale, among many other common names) is a small moss species native to the Northern Hemisphere. It grows in dense tufts, with a yellow-green to dark green coloration. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests, woodlands, and grasslands.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Plagiothecium nemorale has small, yellow-green flowers with a bell-shaped calyx and a single stamen. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, ovate leaves with serrated margins.
Cultivation and Propagation
Plagiothecium nemorale can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. For division, the plant should be divided in the spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in partial shade. For spore sowing, the spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The spores should germinate in 4-6 weeks.