Status:
valid
Authors:
(Turner ex Wilson) Ignatov & Ignatova
Source:
tro
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Arctoa 11(Supplement 2): 841 2004
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001212795
Common Names
- Hygrohypnella ochracea
- Ochraceous Hygrohypnella
- Hygrohypnella Moss
Description
Hygrohypnella ochracea (also called Hygrohypnella ochracea, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Calobryaceae. It is found in the Seychelles Islands of the Indian Ocean. It is found in wet, shaded habitats, usually on soil or on mossy rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Hygrohypnella ochracea is used as an ornamental plant in terrariums and gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hygrohypnella ochracea has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hygrohypnella ochracea is a small, tufted moss that is native to Europe. It is best propagated by division of established clumps. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of cold temperatures and can be grown in USDA zones 3-7.
Where to Find Hygrohypnella ochracea
Hygrohypnella ochracea is native to the Arctic and Subarctic regions of the Northern Hemisphere.
Species in the Hygrohypnella genus
Species in the Scorpidiaceae family
Hygrohypnella polaris,
Hygrohypnella ochracea,
Hygrohypnella bestii,
Sanionia orthothecioides,
Sanionia uncinata,
Sanionia georgicouncinata,
Sanionia symmetrica,
Sanionia nivalis,
Scorpidium scorpioides,
Scorpidium revolvens,
Scorpidium cossonii,
Hamatocaulis vernicosus,
Hamatocaulis lapponicus,