Kingdom:
Phylum:
Metzgeriidae
Order:
Pleuroziales
Genus:
Species:
pocsii
ID:
1532169

Status:
valid

Authors:
Frank Müll.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Polish Botanical Journal. 58(1): 50. 2013

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000016554

Common Names

  • Pleurozia pocsii
  • Pocsii Pleurozia
  • Pleurozia Moss

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Description

Pleurozia pocsii (also called Pocs' Pleurozia, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in North America and Europe. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a short stem and small leaves. It grows in shady, moist habitats, such as forests, woodlands, and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurozia pocsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also known to help purify the air and reduce stress.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurozia pocsii is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is small and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Pleurozia pocsii can be done through spores or vegetative fragments. Spores can be collected from mature sporophytes and sown on moistened moss or soil. Vegetative fragments can be cut from the thallus and planted in moistened moss or soil.

Where to Find Pleurozia pocsii

Pleurozia pocsii is native to Central and South America.

Pleurozia pocsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurozia pocsii?

Pleurozia pocsii

What is the common name of Pleurozia pocsii?

Pleurozia

What is the habitat of Pleurozia pocsii?

It grows on rocks, tree trunks, and soil in moist, shady areas.

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100391173: Based on data supplied by Bryonames