Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
polyantha
ID:
1172576

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hedw.) Schimp.

Source:
tro

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Bryol. Eur. 5: 88 (fasc. 46–47. Monogr. 3) 1851

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001171914

Common Names

  • Pylaisia polyantha
  • Polyantha Moss
  • Polyantha Pylaisia

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Description

Pylaisia polyantha (also called 'Many-flowered 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 polyantha 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

Pylaisia polyantha has small, white flowers with four petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Where to Find Pylaisia polyantha

Pylaisia polyantha is found in moist, shady places in the northern hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia.

Pylaisia polyantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pylaisia polyantha?

Pylaisia polyantha

What is the common name of Pylaisia polyantha?

Polyantha Pylaisia

What type of habitat does Pylaisia polyantha prefer?

Pylaisia polyantha 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

Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Philippe Schimper (1808-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schimp.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35144345: Based on data supplied by Bryonames