Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
auriculatum
ID:
1186625

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dixon) Nog.

Source:
tro

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 47: 314 1980

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001185963

Common Names

  • Calyptothecium auriculatum
  • Auriculatum Moss
  • Calyptothecium Moss

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Description

Calyptothecium auriculatum (also called Ear-Like Calyptothecium, among many other common names) is a moss species in the family Dicranaceae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a short stem and leaves that are curved and twisted. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calyptothecium auriculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used in the production of certain medicines and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calyptothecium auriculatum has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calyptothecium auriculatum can be propagated by division, cuttings, and spores. It prefers moist, shady, and well-drained soils with a pH of 5.5-6.5. It should be grown in partial shade and can tolerate full sun if kept moist. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to keep the soil moist and fertile. It should be protected from extreme temperatures and strong winds.

Where to Find Calyptothecium auriculatum

Calyptothecium auriculatum can be found in wetland habitats in North America and Europe.

Calyptothecium auriculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calyptothecium auriculatum?

Calyptothecium auriculatum

What type of plant is Calyptothecium auriculatum?

Moss

Where is Calyptothecium auriculatum found?

Asia, Africa, and Australia

Species in the Pterobryaceae family

Calyptothecium acostatum, Calyptothecium prainii, Calyptothecium acutum, Calyptothecium bescherellei, Calyptothecium burmense, Calyptothecium duplicatum, Calyptothecium extensum, Calyptothecium hookeri, Calyptothecium nitidum, Calyptothecium oxyphyllum, Calyptothecium pinnatum, Calyptothecium ramosii, Calyptothecium recurvulum, Calyptothecium subacutum, Calyptothecium subhumile, Calyptothecium symphysodontoides, Calyptothecium urvilleanum, Calyptothecium wightii, Calyptothecium auriculatum, Calyptothecium integrifolium, Calyptothecium compressum, Calyptothecium pterobryoides, Calyptothecium squarrosulum, Calyptothecium phyllogonioides, Calyptothecium philippinense, Henicodium geniculatum, Hildebrandtiella cuspidans, Hildebrandtiella endotrichelloides, Hildebrandtiella longiseta, Hildebrandtiella phleoides, Jaegerina formosa, Jaegerina guatemalensis, Jaegerina luzonensis, Jaegerina plicata, Jaegerina robillardii, Jaegerina scariosa, Jaegerina solitaria, Jaegerina stolonifera, Jaegerina retrosquarrosa, Micralsopsis complanata, Muellerobryum whiteleggei, Neolindbergia deningeri, Neolindbergia rigida, Neolindbergia robusta, Neolindbergia rugosa, Neolindbergia vitiensis, Neolindbergia cladomnioides, Neolindbergia veloirae, Orthorrhynchidium planifrons, Orthostichopsis fornicata,

References

Akira Noguchi (1907-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nog.' in the authors string.
Hugh Neville Dixon (1861-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dixon' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35167797: Based on data supplied by Bryonames