Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
nervosa
ID:
1187312

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brid.) Nyholm

Source:
tro

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Ill. Moss Fl. Fennoscandia. II. Musci 776 1969

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001186650

Common Names

  • Pseudoleskeella nervosa
  • Nervous Pseudoleskeella
  • Nervous Star-moss

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Description

Pseudoleskeella nervosa (also called Pseudoleskeella nervosum, among many other common names) is a moss species that is found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small moss with a reddish-brown stem and a yellowish-green leaf. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudoleskeella nervosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pseudoleskeella nervosa are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudoleskeella nervosa is a species of moss that can be propagated by division of the rhizoids. It prefers moist, acidic soils in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in both indoor and outdoor environments.

Where to Find Pseudoleskeella nervosa

Pseudoleskeella nervosa is found in the Northern Hemisphere, including Europe, Asia, and North America.

References

Samuel Elisée Bridel-Brideri (1762-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brid.' in the authors string.
Elsa Nyholm (1911-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nyholm' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35168954: Based on data supplied by Bryonames