Leptopterigynandrum austro-alpinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
austro-alpinum
ID:
1169512
Status:
valid
Authors:
Müll. Hal.
Source:
tro
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 36: 114 1897
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001168850
Common Names
- Leptopterigynandrum austro-alpinum
- Austro-Alpinum Moss
- Alpine Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leptopterigynandrum austro-alpinum (also called Austro-Alpine Leptopterigynandrum, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the temperate regions of the world. It is a small, green moss that grows in dense tufts and forms a cushion-like mat. It is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, forests, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Leptopterigynandrum austro-alpinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas with poor drainage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptopterigynandrum austro-alpinum has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
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Leptopterigynandrum austro-alpinum can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be divided in the spring or autumn and replanted in a moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a moist, well-drained soil. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Leptopterigynandrum austro-alpinum
Leptopterigynandrum austro-alpinum can be found in the Northern Hemisphere, in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Species in the Leptopterigynandrum genus
Leptopterigynandrum austro-alpinum, Leptopterigynandrum brevirete, Leptopterigynandrum decolor, Leptopterigynandrum incurvatum, Leptopterigynandrum stricticaule, Leptopterigynandrum subintegrum, Leptopterigynandrum tenellum, Leptopterigynandrum autoicum, Leptopterigynandrum tenuicaule, Leptopterigynandrum piliferum,
Species in the Taxiphyllaceae family
Caribaeohypnum polypterum, Hondaella entodontea, Hondaella caperata, Taxiphyllum autoicum, Taxiphyllum densifolium, Taxiphyllum deplanatum, Taxiphyllum giraldii, Taxiphyllum inundatum, Taxiphyllum papuanum, Taxiphyllum punctulatum, Taxiphyllum splendescens, Taxiphyllum squamatulum, Taxiphyllum taxirameum, Taxiphyllum wissgrillii, Taxiphyllum alternans, Taxiphyllum pilosum, Taxiphyllum cuspidifolium, Taxiphyllum whittierianum, Taxiphyllum aomoriense, Taxiphyllum angustirete, Taxiphyllum prostratum, Taxiphyllum schweinfurthii, Taxiphyllum laxalare, Taxiphyllum townsendii, Taxiphyllum dehradunense, Taxiphyllum gracile, Taxiphyllum richardsii, Taxiphyllum taiwanense, Taxiphyllum taxiphylloides, Filibryum deguchianum, Filibryum ogatae, Filibryum yakoushimae, Leptopterigynandrum austro-alpinum, Leptopterigynandrum brevirete, Leptopterigynandrum decolor, Leptopterigynandrum incurvatum, Leptopterigynandrum stricticaule, Leptopterigynandrum subintegrum, Leptopterigynandrum tenellum, Leptopterigynandrum autoicum, Leptopterigynandrum tenuicaule, Leptopterigynandrum piliferum, Schwetschkeopsis elongata, Schwetschkeopsis fabronia, Schwetschkeopsis formosana, Schwetschkeopsis robustula,
References
Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35139145: Based on data supplied by Bryonames