Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
perpilosa
ID:
1164531

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Broth.) Broth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. (ed. 2) 11: 285 1925

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001163869

Common Names

  • Rhizofabronia perpilosa
  • Perpilosa's Rhizofabronia
  • Perpilosa's Moss

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Description

Rhizofabronia perpilosa (also called Hairy Rhizofabronia, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in Europe, Asia, North America, and South America. It is a small, tufted moss with a reddish-brown stem and green leaves. It is found in alpine and subalpine regions, as well as in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Rhizofabronia perpilosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhizofabronia perpilosa is small and white, with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Where to Find Rhizofabronia perpilosa

Rhizofabronia perpilosa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and South America.

Species in the Rhizofabronia genus

Species in the Rhizofabroniaceae family

References

Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35131263: Based on data supplied by Bryonames