Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
saxicola
ID:
1536677

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fedosov, Ignatova & Jan Kučera

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Arctoa. 30(2): 421. 2021

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019371

Common Names

  • Microamblystegium saxicola
  • Saxicola Microamblystegium
  • Saxicola Moss

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Description

Microamblystegium saxicola (also called Microamblystegium saxicolum, among many other common names) is a small, tufted moss with short, erect stems and small, ovate leaves. It is native to Europe and is typically found in wet, acidic habitats such as bogs, fens, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Microamblystegium saxicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in areas with moist soil. It can also be used to reduce soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microamblystegium saxicola has small, yellow-green flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microamblystegium saxicola is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that grows in moist, shady places. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. The plants should be kept moist and in partial shade. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Microamblystegium saxicola

Microamblystegium saxicola can be found in moist to wet soils, on rocks, and in mossy forests in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Microamblystegium saxicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microamblystegium saxicola?

Microamblystegium saxicola

What is the common name of Microamblystegium saxicola?

Rocky Microamblystegium

What type of plant is Microamblystegium saxicola?

Moss

Species in the Microamblystegium genus

Species in the Amblystegiaceae family

Tomentypnum nitens, Tomentypnum falcifolium, Tomentypnum involutum, Tomentypnum vittii, Amblystegium arvernense, Amblystegium glaziovii, Amblystegium serpens, Amblystegium sparsile, Amblystegium speirophyllum, Amblystegium subulatum, Amblystegium tenuifolium, Amblystegium chalaropelma, Amblystegium patenti-flexuosum, Amblystegium stricto-serpens, Amblystegium camisassae, Amblystegium calcareum, Amblystegium pseudosubtile, Anacamptodon africanus, Anacamptodon amblystegioides, Anacamptodon cubensis, Anacamptodon fortunei, Anacamptodon latidens, Anacamptodon splachnoides, Anacamptodon validinervis, Anacamptodon wattsii, Anacamptodon compactus, Anacamptodon marginatus, Anacamptodon minimus, Anacamptodon kamchaticus, Anacamptodon touwii, Bryostreimannia turgida, Campylium squarrosulum, Campylium amblystegioides, Campylium annamense, Campylium chrysophyllum, Campylium glaucocarpoides, Campylium insubricum, Campylium stellatum, Campylium zemliae, Campylium gollanii, Campylium longicuspis, Campylium laxifolium, Campylium protensum, Campylium bambergeri, Campylium hylocomioides, Conardia compacta, Cratoneuron filicinum, Cratoneuron curvicaule, Cratoneuropsis relaxa, Cratoneuropsis chilensis,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100523350: Based on data supplied by Bryonames