Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
nana
ID:
1172570

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mitt.

Source:
tro

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 3: 180 1891

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001171908

Common Names

  • Pylaisia Nana
  • Dwarf Pylaisia
  • Small Pylaisia

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Description

Pylaisia nana (also called 'Dwarf Moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Pylaisiaceae. It is a small, tufted moss with short, erect stems, and its leaves are arranged in two rows. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pylaisia nana is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pylaisia nana is white and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Where to Find Pylaisia nana

Pylaisia nana is native to West Africa and can be found in the wild in Guinea, Sierra Leone, and Liberia.

Pylaisia nana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pylaisia nana?

Pylaisia nana

What is the common name of Pylaisia nana?

Dwarf Pylaisia

What type of habitat does Pylaisia nana prefer?

Pylaisia nana prefers moist, shady habitats

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,

References

William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35144338: Based on data supplied by Bryonames