Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hampe) Fedosov, M. Stech & Ignatov
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Botanical Journal of the Linnean Society. 195(4): 558. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017834
Common Names
- Brideliella lindigii
- Lindigii Brideliella
- Lindigii Moss
Description
Brideliella lindigii (also called as the Lindig's Moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss belonging to the family Dicranaceae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a glossy sheen. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, forests, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Brideliella lindigii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brideliella lindigii has small yellow flowers, with a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Brideliella lindigii is done through spores. The spores are sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy compost in a shady position. The spores should be kept moist and warm. The plants should be kept in a cool, moist environment and should be kept away from direct sunlight.
Where to Find Brideliella lindigii
Brideliella lindigii can be found in the northern hemisphere, in areas of Europe, North America, and Asia.
Brideliella lindigii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brideliella lindigii?
Brideliella lindigii
What is the common name of Brideliella lindigii?
Lindig's Brideliella
What is the habitat of Brideliella lindigii?
It is found in moist habitats, such as wet meadows, marshes, and bogs
Species in the Brideliella genus
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Cynodontium jenneri,
Cynodontium polycarpum,
Cynodontium strumiferum,
Cynodontium strumulosum,
Cynodontium suecicum,
Cynodontium tanganyikae,
Cynodontium tenellum,
Cynodontium guatemalense,
Cynodontium mexicanum,
Cynodontium sinensifugax,
Cynodontium serrulatum,
Cynodontium brasiliense,
Cynodontium brevidens,
Cynodontium brevifolium,
Cynodontium chilense,
Cynodontium delgadilloi,
Cynodontium erosum,
Cynodontium hydrogonioides,
Cynodontium laxifolium,
Cynodontium laxirete,
Cynodontium peruvianum,
Cynodontium robinsonii,
Cynodontium setschwanicum,
Cynodontium subintegrum,
Cynodontium tunariense,
Cynodontium weisioides,
Dicranoweisia africana,
Dicranoweisia cirrata,
Dicranoweisia microcarpa,
Dicranoweisia falcifolia,
Dicranoweisia tortelloides,
Eucamptodon perichaetialis,
Oncophorus virens,
Oncophorus gracilentus,
Oncophorus integerrimus,
Arctoa schistioides,
Arctoa anderssonii,
Arctoa fulvella,
Arctoa hyperborea,
Arctoa blyttii,
Arctoa starkei,
Arctoa glacialis,
Arctoa pumila,
Arctoa spenceri,