Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
julaceum
ID:
1172057

Status:
valid

Authors:
Broth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 20: 166 1894

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001171395

Common Names

  • Pterobryon julaceum
  • Julaceous Moss
  • Julaceous-leaved Moss

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Description

Pterobryon julaceum (also called Julace's moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in North America. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a short stem and a single branch. Its leaves are oblong and have a pointed tip. It is found in wet, shady areas in forests and on cliffs. It is native to the western United States.

Uses & Benefits

Pterobryon julaceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterobryon julaceum is yellow, with a dark center, and has five petals. The seed is small, round, and brown. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Pterobryon julaceum: This species can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a cold frame as soon as it is ripe. Division is best carried out in spring or autumn. Larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.

Where to Find Pterobryon julaceum

Pterobryon julaceum is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey, and in North Africa.

Pterobryon julaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterobryon julaceum?

Pterobryon julaceum

What is the common name of Pterobryon julaceum?

Julaceum Moss

What is the habitat of Pterobryon julaceum?

It can be found in moist, shady habitats in the northern hemisphere

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

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: 35143576: Based on data supplied by Bryonames