Kingdom:
Phylum:
Polytrichopsida
Order:
Polytrichales
Genus:
Species:
tenellum
ID:
1193106

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Röhl.) Bruch & Schimp.

Source:
tro

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Bryologia Europaea 4: 237. 1844

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001192444

Common Names

  • Atrichum tenellum
  • Tenellum Atrichum Moss
  • Tenellum Fork-Moss

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Description

Atrichum tenellum (also called Delicate Atrichum Moss, among many other common names) is a moss species that is found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, tufted moss with bright green leaves that are lanceolate in shape and have a pointed tip. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Atrichum tenellum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in the restoration of disturbed sites, as it is a good colonizer of bare ground.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Atrichum tenellum has small, yellow-green flowers with a single perianth. Seed: The seed of Atrichum tenellum is a small, round, dark brown seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Atrichum tenellum are small and have a single, upright leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atrichum tenellum can be propagated by division or spore sowing. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels.

Where to Find Atrichum tenellum

Atrichum tenellum can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Species in the Polytrichaceae family

Alophosia azorica, Atrichopsis compressa, Atrichopsis angulata, Atrichopsis australis, Atrichopsis bellii, Atrichopsis capensis, Atrichopsis crispula, Atrichopsis erosa, Atrichopsis laxifolia, Atrichopsis mexicana, Atrichopsis minima, Atrichopsis tapes, Atrichopsis tenuirostris, Atrichopsis tetragona, Atrichopsis trichodon, Atrichopsis tristaniensis, Atrichum cylindricum, Atrichum altecristatum, Atrichum longifolium, Atrichum androgynum, Atrichum angustatum, Atrichum crispulum, Atrichum crispum, Atrichum flavisetum, Atrichum muelleri, Atrichum oerstedianum, Atrichum polycarpum, Atrichum rhystophyllum, Atrichum selwynii, Atrichum subserratum, Atrichum tenellum, Atrichum undulatum, Atrichum yakushimense, Atrichum laoshanense, Bartramiopsis lescurii, Dawsonia beccarii, Dawsonia gigantea, Dawsonia grandis, Dawsonia insignis, Dawsonia lativaginata, Dawsonia longiseta, Dawsonia papuana, Dawsonia polytrichoides, Dawsonia pullei, Dawsonia superba, Dendroligotrichum tongariroense, Dendroligotrichum dendroides, Dendroligotrichum squamosum, Hebantia rigida, Itatiella ulei,

References

Wilhelm Philippe Schimper (1808-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schimp.' in the authors string.
Johann Christoph Röhling (1757-1813): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Röhl.' in the authors string.
Philipp Bruch (1781-1847): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruch' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35179308: Based on data supplied by Bryonames