Status:
valid
Authors:
H. Akiyama
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Bryological Research. 11(6): 167. 2016
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019933
Common Names
- Touw's Aptychella Moss
- Aptychella Moss
- Touw's Moss
Description
Aptychella touwii (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 touwii is used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens and landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stereodon microphyllus has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aptychella touwii 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 touwii
Aptychella touwii can be found in the United States and Mexico.
Aptychella touwii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aptychella touwii?
Aptychella touwii
What is the common name of Aptychella touwii?
Touw's Aptychella
What is the habitat of Aptychella touwii?
Aptychella touwii 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,