Status:
valid
Authors:
Podp.
Source:
tro
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Spisy PYír. Fak. Masarykovy Univ. 116: 37. 33 1929
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001171924
Common Names
- Pylaisia pseudofertilis
- Pseudofertilis Moss
- Pseudofertilis Pylaisia
Description
Pylaisia pseudofertilis (also called Pseudofertile Feathermoss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, light green moss with a four-sided stem and a two-lobed capsule. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pylaisia pseudofertilis 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 pseudofertilis 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.
Where to Find Pylaisia pseudofertilis
Pylaisia pseudofertilis is found in the northern hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia.
Pylaisia pseudofertilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pylaisia pseudofertilis?
Pylaisia pseudofertilis
What is the common name of Pylaisia pseudofertilis?
Pseudofertilis Pylaisia
What type of habitat does Pylaisia pseudofertilis prefer?
Pylaisia pseudofertilis 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,