Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
scaber
ID:
1197815

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Tixier) S. He & Snider

Source:
tro

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Bryobrothera 1: 285 1992

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001197153

Common Names

  • Symphyodon scaber
  • Rough Stalk-moss
  • Crisp Stalk-moss

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Description

Symphyodon scaber (also called Scabrous Broom-moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small-sized moss, with stems up to 5 cm long. It is found in wet areas, including bogs, fens, and wet meadows. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyodon scaber is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symphyodon scaber has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in the axils of its leaves. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have two short, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyodon scaber can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in pots or in the garden. It requires regular watering and should be fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Symphyodon scaber

Symphyodon scaber can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Symphyodon scaber FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyodon scaber?

Symphyodon scaber

What is the family of Symphyodon scaber?

Symphyodontaceae

What is the habitat of Symphyodon scaber?

Temperate grasslands and shrublands

Species in the Symphyodontaceae family

Bryocrumia vivicolor, Bryocrumia malabarica, Bryocrumia torrentium, Phyllodon bilobatus, Phyllodon choiropyxis, Phyllodon glossoides, Phyllodon truncatulus, Phyllodon truncatus, Phyllodon lingulatus, Phyllodon scutellifolius, Phyllodon abruptus, Phyllodon perplanicaulis, Phyllodon subretusus, Phyllodon cocoensis, Phyllodon laevifolius, Phyllodon similans, Chaetomitriopsis glaucocarpa, Chaetomitrium spuriosubtile, Chaetomitrium sikkimense, Chaetomitrium acanthocarpum, Chaetomitrium aneitense, Chaetomitrium auriculatum, Chaetomitrium beccarii, Chaetomitrium borbonicum, Chaetomitrium borneense, Chaetomitrium brassii, Chaetomitrium callichrous, Chaetomitrium ciliatum, Chaetomitrium comorense, Chaetomitrium confertum, Chaetomitrium ctenidioides, Chaetomitrium densum, Chaetomitrium depressum, Chaetomitrium dusenii, Chaetomitrium elegans, Chaetomitrium elongatum, Chaetomitrium elmeri, Chaetomitrium entodontoides, Chaetomitrium fimbriatum, Chaetomitrium frondosum, Chaetomitrium horridulum, Chaetomitrium laevifolium, Chaetomitrium laevisetum, Chaetomitrium lanceolatum, Chaetomitrium lancifolium, Chaetomitrium lauterbachii, Chaetomitrium leptopoma, Chaetomitrium macrohystrix, Chaetomitrium nanohystrix, Chaetomitrium nervosum,

References

Pierre Tixier (1918-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tixier' in the authors string.
Si He (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.He' in the authors string.
Jerry Allen Snider (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Snider' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35186528: Based on data supplied by Bryonames