Status:
valid
Authors:
(H. Akiyama, Ying Chang & B.C. Tan) H. Akiyama
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
The Bryologist. 118(3): 281. 2015
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019928
Common Names
- Imbricate Aptychella Moss
- Aptychella Moss
- Imbricate Moss
Description
Aptychella imbricata (also called 'Aptychella', among many other common names) is a small moss species that is found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a short stem and small leaves. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Aptychella imbricata is used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens and landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aptychella imbricata has small, yellowish-brown flowers that are borne in clusters of up to four. The seeds are small, dark brown and globose. The seedlings are slender, with a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aptychella imbricata can be propagated by division of the clumps. The soil should be kept moist and well-drained. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best to fertilize the plant once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Aptychella imbricata
Aptychella imbricata can be found in the United States and Mexico.
Aptychella imbricata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aptychella imbricata?
Aptychella imbricata
What is the common name of Aptychella imbricata?
Imbricate Aptychella
What is the habitat of Aptychella imbricata?
Aptychella imbricata is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.
Species in the Aptychella genus
Aptychella chlorophyllosa,
Aptychella tenuiramea,
Aptychella brevinervis,
Aptychella linearifolia,
Aptychella muelleri,
Aptychella planula,
Aptychella proligera,
Aptychella hawaiica,
Aptychella imbricata,
Aptychella linii,
Aptychella oblongifolia,
Aptychella perdecurrens,
Aptychella pseudobrevinervis,
Aptychella robusta,
Aptychella touwii,
Species in the Pylaisiadelphaceae family
Gammiella pterogonioides,
Gammiella koningsbergeri,
Gammiella panchienii,
Hageniella assamica,
Hageniella isopterygioides,
Hageniella sikkimensis,
Hageniella micans,
Isopterygium affusum,
Isopterygium albescens,
Isopterygium ambreanum,
Isopterygium annamense,
Isopterygium antsihanakense,
Isopterygium antunesii,
Isopterygium applanatum,
Isopterygium aquaticum,
Isopterygium argillicola,
Isopterygium argyroleucum,
Isopterygium assamicum,
Isopterygium asymmetricum,
Isopterygium austrodenticulatum,
Isopterygium bancanum,
Isopterygium battakense,
Isopterygium baurii,
Isopterygium borneense,
Isopterygium brevicuspis,
Isopterygium brevisetum,
Isopterygium brownii,
Isopterygium byssaceum,
Isopterygium byssobolax,
Isopterygium candidulum,
Isopterygium chalarophyllum,
Isopterygium chryseolum,
Isopterygium citrinellum,
Isopterygium clerophilum,
Isopterygium combae,
Isopterygium complanatulum,
Isopterygium conangium,
Isopterygium congoanum,
Isopterygium courtoisii,
Isopterygium cratericola,
Isopterygium dewevrei,
Isopterygium elodes,
Isopterygium exiguum,
Isopterygium exile,
Isopterygium fallax,
Isopterygium filamentosum,
Isopterygium fissum,
Isopterygium fruticola,
Isopterygium gabonense,
Isopterygium gibbosulum,