Uses & Benefits
Fissidens macaoensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach pain. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Fissidens macaoensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fissidens macaoensis is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of the world. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is typically done by cuttings or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Fissidens macaoensis
Fissidens macaoensis is native to China. It can be found in the wild in Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hainan, Hunan, Jiangxi, Sichuan, and Yunnan.