Leptopterigynandrum piliferum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
piliferum
ID:
1213858
Status:
valid
Authors:
S. He
Source:
tro
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 97: 22. f. 111–124 2005
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001213196
Common Names
- Leptopterigynandrum piliferum
- Piliferous Leptopterigynandrum
- Piliferous Leafy Liverwort
Searching for Leptopterigynandrum piliferum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leptopterigynandrum piliferum (also called Hairy Leptopterigynandrum, among many other common names) is a small, moss-like plant that grows in tufts. It is native to the alpine regions of Europe, Asia, and North America. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in forests.
Uses & Benefits
Leptopterigynandrum piliferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptopterigynandrum piliferum has small, yellow-green flowers, and its seeds are small, black and glossy. Its seedlings are small, green and have a single cotyledon.
Searching for Leptopterigynandrum piliferum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptopterigynandrum piliferum can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Leptopterigynandrum piliferum
Leptopterigynandrum piliferum can be found in moist, shady forests in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Leptopterigynandrum piliferum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptopterigynandrum piliferum?
Leptopterigynandrum piliferum
What is the common name of Leptopterigynandrum piliferum?
Piliferum
What type of plant is Leptopterigynandrum piliferum?
Moss
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
Si He (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.He' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35215942: Based on data supplied by Bryonames