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black papillaria moss
Scientific Name: Papillaria nigrescens
Family: Meteoriaceae
Category: Moss
Growth: Nonvascular
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Black Papillaria Moss (Papillaria nigrescens)
Black Papillaria Moss, scientifically known as Papillaria nigrescens, is a fascinating nonvascular plant belonging to the moss family.
Considerations for Pets
- As a moss, Black Papillaria Moss is often found in moist environments, which could be attractive to pets.
- Mosses, in general, can sometimes harbor small insects or other invertebrates.
Considerations for Children
- Black Papillaria Moss is often found in moist environments, which could be attractive to children.
- Mosses, in general, can sometimes harbor small insects or other invertebrates.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Papillaria nigrescens (Hedw.) A. Jaeger
- Common Name: Black Papillaria Moss
- Family: Meteoriaceae
- Genus: Papillaria
- Synonyms:
- Papillaria nigrescens (Hedw.) A. Jaeger var. donnellii Austin
- Trachypus nigrescens (Hedw.) Mitt.
- Tricholepis nigrescens (Hedw.)
- Meteorium nigrescens
- Alternative scientific name: Papillaria nigrescens (Sw. ex Hedw.) Dozy & Molk.
Distribution and Habitat
- Black Papillaria Moss can be found in various locations, including:
- Australia (including Australian rainforests)
- New Caledonia
- New Zealand
- Antarctica
- Bolivia
- Colombia
- It often grows as an epiphyte in moist forests.
Morphological Characteristics
- Black Papillaria Moss is a trailing moss that can form extensive curtains of strands.
- The stems of many genera in the Meteoriaceae family often have an intense black coloration.
Ecological Role and Interactions
- Papillaria crocea can be found growing with black-winged petrels.
- It may be used as nesting material by birds.
- Recommended for use with Preen Weed Control Landscape Fabric & Preen Landscape Weed Control Fabric.
Quirky Facts
- Black Papillaria Moss has been used for packing fragile objects.
- In Maori culture, it has been used in making cloaks, with alternating brown and black strands serving as decoration.
Further Information
- Garden Guides: Learn more about Black Papillaria Moss and gardening.
- ZipcodeZoo: Find information on Papillaria crocea.
- The Plant List: Information about names for this taxon.
- Encyclopedia of Life: Information about Papillaria nigrescens (Sw. ex Hedw.) Dozy & Molk.
- Australian New Crops Web Site: Information on Black Papillaria Moss from Australia.