Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Ptilidiales
Species:
sacculata
ID:
1199874

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mitt.) S. Okamura

Source:
tro

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 25: 159 1911

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001199212

Common Names

  • Trichocoleopsis sacculata
  • Sacculated Trichocoleopsis
  • Sacculated Liverwort

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Description

Trichocoleopsis sacculata (also called Trichocoleopsis, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Trichocoleaceae. It is a small, tufted moss with a yellowish-green color. It is native to the Northern Hemisphere, and can be found in moist, shady habitats, such as woods and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocoleopsis sacculata is used as a ground cover in landscaping and to help control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trichocoleopsis sacculata has small, greenish-white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocoleopsis sacculata can be propagated by division of the plant or by spore sowing. Cultivation is best done in a moist, shady environment with plenty of air circulation. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The plant is sensitive to overwatering and can easily rot.

Where to Find Trichocoleopsis sacculata

Trichocoleopsis sacculata can be found in moist, shady forests in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Species in the Trichocoleopsis genus

References

William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
Shûtai Okamura (1877-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Okamura' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35189670: Based on data supplied by Bryonames