Campylostelium laegerae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Grimmiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laegerae
ID:
1533869
Status:
valid
Authors:
Brinda, D.R. Toren & Shevock
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Madroño. 63(4): 353. 2016
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017752
Common Names
- Campylostelium laegerae
- Laeger's Campylostelium
- Campylostelium Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Campylostelium laegerae (also called Laeger's Campylostelium, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Campylosteliaceae. It is a small, delicate moss with a creeping habit. It is native to Asia, Europe, and North America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Campylostelium laegerae is used as an ornamental plant and can be used in landscaping to add texture and color.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Campylostelium laegerae has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Campylostelium laegerae: Campylostelium laegerae is a moss that can be propagated by spores or by division. It is best grown in moist, shady areas with acidic soil. It can be propagated by sowing spores on the soil surface or by dividing established clumps. Spores should be sown in the spring or early summer. Division can be done in the spring or fall when the plants are actively growing. The divided clumps should be planted in moist, shady areas with acidic soil.
Where to Find Campylostelium laegerae
Campylostelium laegerae can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Campylostelium laegerae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campylostelium laegerae?
Campylostelium laegerae
What type of plant is Campylostelium laegerae?
Moss
Where is Campylostelium laegerae found?
North America, Europe, and Asia
Species in the Campylostelium genus
Species in the Ptychomitriaceae family
Coscinodontella bryanii, Aligrimmia peruviana, Campylostelium saxicola, Campylostelium strictum, Campylostelium pitardii, Campylostelium brachycarpum, Campylostelium laegerae, Indusiella thianschanica, Indusiella stellata, Jaffueliobryum arsenei, Jaffueliobryum latifolium, Jaffueliobryum raui, Jaffueliobryum wrightii, Jaffueliobryum williamsii, Ptychomitriopsis africana, Ptychomitriopsis aloinoides, Ptychomitrium diexaratum, Ptychomitrium acutifolium, Ptychomitrium altaicum, Ptychomitrium australe, Ptychomitrium barrii, Ptychomitrium cockerellae, Ptychomitrium crassinervium, Ptychomitrium crispatum, Ptychomitrium cucullatifolium, Ptychomitrium deltorii, Ptychomitrium dentatum, Ptychomitrium drummondii, Ptychomitrium fauriei, Ptychomitrium fernandesianum, Ptychomitrium fluviatile, Ptychomitrium formosicum, Ptychomitrium gardneri, Ptychomitrium helenicum, Ptychomitrium hieronymi, Ptychomitrium incurvum, Ptychomitrium indicum, Ptychomitrium isoskelos, Ptychomitrium lepidomitrium, Ptychomitrium ligulatum, Ptychomitrium lindmanii, Ptychomitrium linearifolium, Ptychomitrium mittenii, Ptychomitrium nigrescens, Ptychomitrium polyphyllum, Ptychomitrium sellowianum, Ptychomitrium serratum, Ptychomitrium sinense, Ptychomitrium subcrispatum, Ptychomitrium subcylindricum,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100449895: Based on data supplied by Bryonames