Fissidens jungermannioides - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jungermannioides
ID:
1194252
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griff.
Source:
tro
Year:
1842
Citation Micro:
Calcutta J. Nat. Hist. 2: 504 1842
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001193590
Common Names
- Jungermannioides Moss
- Jungermannioides Fissidens
- Jungermannioides Moss Fissidens
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Fissidens jungermannioides (also called Jungermannioides’ Fissidens, among many other common names) is a small moss species with a creeping habit and a bright green color. It is native to Central and South America, and is typically found in moist, shady areas such as forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Fissidens jungermannioides can be used as a decorative plant in aquariums and terrariums, as it helps to create a natural-looking environment. It can also be used as a natural filter for water, as it helps to keep the water clean and clear. Additionally, it can be used as a soil conditioner, as it helps to improve the soil structure and increase the nutrient content of the soil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Fissidens jungermannioides is small and yellowish-green in color. The seeds are black and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Fissidens jungermannioides can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers a moist, shady environment and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. When grown in a pot, it should be repotted every two to three years. When grown in the ground, it should be kept moist and should be fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Fissidens jungermannioides
Fissidens jungermannioides is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, China, Japan, Southeast Asia, and Central and South America.
Fissidens jungermannioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fissidens jungermannioides?
Fissidens jungermannioides
What type of plant is Fissidens jungermannioides?
Fissidens jungermannioides is a type of moss
Where is Fissidens jungermannioides found?
Fissidens jungermannioides is found in South America
Species in the Fissidens genus
Fissidens minutifrons, Fissidens chiricahuensis, Fissidens brindae, Fissidens pseudautoicus, Fissidens streimannii, Fissidens pseudojavanicus, Fissidens macaoensis, Fissidens pseudoplurisetus, Fissidens bryoides, Fissidens capriviensis, Fissidens pseudohollianus, Fissidens sublineaefolius, Fissidens aphelotaxifolius, Fissidens arnigadhensis, Fissidens asselii, Fissidens azoricus, Fissidens diaphanodontus, Fissidens duttonii, Fissidens hirsutus, Fissidens hoei, Fissidens inclusus, Fissidens jeffreyi, Fissidens jonesii, Fissidens lachmannii, Fissidens nigerianus, Fissidens nothotaxifolius, Fissidens ornaticostatus, Fissidens pocsii, Fissidens pokhrensis, Fissidens pseudoplumosus, Fissidens seychellensis, Fissidens splendens, Fissidens subscleromitrius, Fissidens subundatus, Fissidens vanzantenii, Fissidens cuynetii, Fissidens nigro-viridis, Fissidens nobilis, Fissidens nobreganus, Fissidens obliquifolius, Fissidens obscurus, Fissidens obtusifolius, Fissidens obtuso-apiculatus, Fissidens ocellatus, Fissidens odontoloma, Fissidens oediloma, Fissidens ornatus, Fissidens osmundoides, Fissidens ovatifolius, Fissidens ovatus,
Species in the Fissidentaceae family
Conomitrium dussianum, Fissidens minutifrons, Fissidens chiricahuensis, Fissidens brindae, Fissidens pseudautoicus, Fissidens streimannii, Fissidens pseudojavanicus, Fissidens macaoensis, Fissidens pseudoplurisetus, Fissidens bryoides, Fissidens capriviensis, Fissidens pseudohollianus, Fissidens sublineaefolius, Fissidens aphelotaxifolius, Fissidens arnigadhensis, Fissidens asselii, Fissidens azoricus, Fissidens diaphanodontus, Fissidens duttonii, Fissidens hirsutus, Fissidens hoei, Fissidens inclusus, Fissidens jeffreyi, Fissidens jonesii, Fissidens lachmannii, Fissidens nigerianus, Fissidens nothotaxifolius, Fissidens ornaticostatus, Fissidens pocsii, Fissidens pokhrensis, Fissidens pseudoplumosus, Fissidens seychellensis, Fissidens splendens, Fissidens subscleromitrius, Fissidens subundatus, Fissidens vanzantenii, Fissidens cuynetii, Fissidens nigro-viridis, Fissidens nobilis, Fissidens nobreganus, Fissidens obliquifolius, Fissidens obscurus, Fissidens obtusifolius, Fissidens obtuso-apiculatus, Fissidens ocellatus, Fissidens odontoloma, Fissidens oediloma, Fissidens ornatus, Fissidens osmundoides, Fissidens ovatifolius,
References
William Griffith (1810-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griff.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35181143: Based on data supplied by Bryonames