Kingdom:
Phylum:
Polytrichopsida
Order:
Polytrichales
Genus:
Species:
glacialis
ID:
1533448

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.C. Towns.) N.E. Bell, Kariyawasam, Hedd. & Hyvönen

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Taxon 64(5): 907. 2015

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017515

Common Names

  • Glacial Delongia Moss
  • Glacial Delongia
  • Glacial Moss

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Description

Delongia glacialis (also called Glacial Delongia, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Hypnaceae. It is native to North America and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Delongia glacialis is used in horticulture as an ornamental plant, and is also used as a soil stabilizer in areas with high winds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Delongia glacialis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Delongia glacialis is a small moss found in wetland habitats. It is propagated by spore sowing and division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Delongia glacialis

Delongia glacialis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and Central America.

Delongia glacialis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Delongia glacialis?

Delongia glacialis

What is the family of Delongia glacialis?

Delongiaceae

What is the habitat of Delongia glacialis?

Moist rocks and soil

Species in the Polytrichaceae family

Alophosia azorica, Atrichopsis compressa, Atrichopsis angulata, Atrichopsis australis, Atrichopsis bellii, Atrichopsis capensis, Atrichopsis crispula, Atrichopsis erosa, Atrichopsis laxifolia, Atrichopsis mexicana, Atrichopsis minima, Atrichopsis tapes, Atrichopsis tenuirostris, Atrichopsis tetragona, Atrichopsis trichodon, Atrichopsis tristaniensis, Atrichum cylindricum, Atrichum altecristatum, Atrichum longifolium, Atrichum androgynum, Atrichum angustatum, Atrichum crispulum, Atrichum crispum, Atrichum flavisetum, Atrichum muelleri, Atrichum oerstedianum, Atrichum polycarpum, Atrichum rhystophyllum, Atrichum selwynii, Atrichum subserratum, Atrichum tenellum, Atrichum undulatum, Atrichum yakushimense, Atrichum laoshanense, Bartramiopsis lescurii, Dawsonia beccarii, Dawsonia gigantea, Dawsonia grandis, Dawsonia insignis, Dawsonia lativaginata, Dawsonia longiseta, Dawsonia papuana, Dawsonia polytrichoides, Dawsonia pullei, Dawsonia superba, Dendroligotrichum tongariroense, Dendroligotrichum dendroides, Dendroligotrichum squamosum, Hebantia rigida, Itatiella ulei,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100437707: Based on data supplied by Bryonames