Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Genus:
Species:
linearis
ID:
1194322

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brid.

Source:
tro

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Muscol. Recent. Suppl. 4: 187 1819

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001193660

Common Names

  • Linearis Fissidens
  • Linearis Moss
  • Linearis Moss

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Description

Fissidens linearis (also called Linear Fissidens, among many other common names) is a small, tufted moss with ovate-lanceolate leaves that are up to 19 mm long and 3.8 mm wide. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America and typically grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Fissidens linearis is often used in aquariums and ponds as a decorative plant. It can also be used as a ground cover in gardens and as a natural filter for water.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Fissidens linearis var. obscurirete (Broth. & Paris) I.G. Stone
Fissidens linearis var. angustifolius (Dixon) I.G. Stone

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fissidens linearis is small, yellow-green and inconspicuous. The seed is small, reddish-brown and has a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, long leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fissidens linearis can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by spore sowing. Cultivation requires a moist, shady environment with a soil pH between 5.5 and 7.0 and good drainage. The plant should be kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Fissidens linearis

Fissidens linearis can be found in tropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Fissidens linearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fissidens linearis?

Fissidens linearis

What type of plant is Fissidens linearis?

Moss

Where is Fissidens linearis found?

North America, Europe, and Asia

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

Samuel Elisée Bridel-Brideri (1762-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brid.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35181237: Based on data supplied by Bryonames