Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
attenuata
ID:
1171693

Status:
valid

Authors:
Broth. & Paris

Source:
tro

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Rev. Bryol. 31: 57 1904

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001171031

Common Names

  • Slender False Moss
  • False Moss
  • Pseudoleskea attenuata

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Description

Pseudoleskea attenuata (also called Slender False-moss, among many other common names) is a small moss native to North America. It has small, bright green leaves that are arranged in a star-like pattern and have a slender appearance. It is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudoleskea attenuata is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudoleskea attenuata has small, yellow-green flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Where to Find Pseudoleskea attenuata

Pseudoleskea attenuata can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Pseudoleskeaceae family

References

Jean Édouard Gabriel Narcisse Paris (1827-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paris' in the authors string.
Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35143026: Based on data supplied by Bryonames