Description
Fissidens arnoldii (also called Arnoldii Fissidens, among many other common names) is a small moss with a bright green color. It has small, ovate leaves with a pointed tip and a short stem. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is commonly found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Fissidens arnoldii is small and inconspicuous, with no petals or sepals. The seed of Fissidens arnoldii is a small, black, kidney-shaped spore. The seedlings of Fissidens arnoldii are small and delicate, with a single leaf and no stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fissidens arnoldii is a small, tufted moss that can be propagated by division or by spore. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a pot or in a terrarium. When propagating by division, divide the tuft into smaller pieces and replant in moist soil. When propagating by spore, collect the spores from the sporophyte and sow them on moist soil. Keep the soil moist and in a shady area until the moss begins to grow.
Where to Find Fissidens arnoldii
Fissidens arnoldii can be found in tropical Africa, including Angola, Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Zaire.