Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Grimmiales
Species:
latifolium
ID:
1168845

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thér.

Source:
tro

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Rev. Bryol., n.s. 1: 193. 8 f. 3 1928

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001168183

Common Names

  • Jaffueliobryum latifolium
  • Latifolium Jaffueliobryum
  • Latifolium Moss

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Description

Jaffueliobryum latifolium (also called Broad-Leaved Feathermoss, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green moss with a feathery growth habit. It is native to the temperate regions of North America. It is commonly found in moist, shady areas, such as forests, woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Jaffueliobryum latifolium is a species of moss that is often used in landscaping and gardens. It is used to create a natural and attractive ground cover, and it is low-maintenance and requires little water. It is also used to cover bare patches of soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jaffueliobryum latifolium is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Jaffueliobryum latifolium

Jaffueliobryum latifolium is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

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

Irénée Thériot (1859-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thér.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35138187: Based on data supplied by Bryonames