Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hookeriales
Species:
genuflexa
ID:
1147379

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll. Hal.) Crosby

Source:
tro

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Bryologist 79: 247 1976

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001146717

Common Names

  • Ancistrodes genuflexa
  • Genuflexous Ancistrodes Moss
  • Bent Ancistrodes Moss

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Description

Ancistrodes genuflexa (also called bent-stalk ancistrodes, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, tufted moss with a yellowish-green color and a soft, feathery texture. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, meadows, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ancistrodes genuflexa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used to reduce erosion on slopes and is a popular choice for rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ancistrodes genuflexa has small, yellow-green flowers with 6 petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have a single, upright stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ancistrodes genuflexa is a small, tufted moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It is easy to propagate and cultivate, and can be grown in a variety of substrates, such as soil, peat, or sand. It prefers temperatures between 10-20°C and can tolerate a range of pH levels. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing.

Where to Find Ancistrodes genuflexa

Ancistrodes genuflexa is native to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including Europe, Asia, and North America.

Species in the Ancistrodes genus

References

Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
Marshall Robert Crosby (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crosby' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35100287: Based on data supplied by Bryonames