Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mitt.) Jan Kučera & Ignatov
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Taxon. 68(4): 651. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019654
Common Names
- Calohypnum amabile
- Amabile Calohypnum
- Amabile Water-starwort
Description
Calohypnum amabile (also called Amiable Calohypnum, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in temperate regions of the world. It has a yellow-green color and is characterized by its erect growth habit. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Calohypnum amabile is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to provide a natural habitat for beneficial insects and birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calohypnum amabile is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calohypnum amabile is a species of moss that is native to Europe, North Africa, and Asia. It is a small, tufted moss that grows in damp, shady places. It prefers moist, acidic soils and can be propagated by division or by spores. It can be grown in containers or in the garden, and is best grown in partial shade.
Where to Find Calohypnum amabile
Calohypnum amabile is native to the eastern United States, from New York to Florida.
Calohypnum amabile FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calohypnum amabile?
Calohypnum amabile
What is the common name of Calohypnum amabile?
Amabile Calohypnum
What type of environment does Calohypnum amabile prefer?
It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands, forests, and wetlands.
Species in the Calohypnum genus
Species in the Pylaisiaceae family
Calohypnum sakuraii,
Calohypnum amabile,
Calohypnum macrogynum,
Calohypnum oldhamii,
Calohypnum plumiforme,
Calohypnum sikkimense,
Pylaisia buckii,
Pylaisia brevirostris,
Pylaisia brotheri,
Pylaisia condensata,
Pylaisia coreana,
Pylaisia curviramea,
Pylaisia extenta,
Pylaisia intricata,
Pylaisia nana,
Pylaisia obtusa,
Pylaisia polyantha,
Pylaisia selwynii,
Pylaisia subcircinata,
Pylaisia falcata,
Pylaisia cristata,
Pylaisia steerei,
Pylaisia levieri,
Pylaisia kunisawae,
Pylaisia speciosa,
Pylaisia pseudofertilis,
Pylaisia afoninae,
Pylaisia bezgodovii,
Pylaisia heteromalla,
Calliergonella cuspidata,
Calliergonella lindbergii,
Calliergonella curvifolia,
Homomallium adnatum,
Homomallium connexum,
Homomallium homalostegium,
Homomallium incurvatum,
Homomallium japonico-adnatum,
Homomallium mexicanum,
Homomallium plagiangium,
Homomallium simlaense,
Homomallium yuennanense,
Homomallium sharpii,
Homomallium gollanii,
Homomallium andoi,
Ptilium crista-castrensis,
Buckia vaucheri,
Roaldia dolomitica,
Roaldia revoluta,
Aquilonium adscendens,
Aquilonium plicatulum,