Kingdom:
Phylum:
Funariidae
Order:
Funariales
Genus:
Species:
dahurica
ID:
1533578

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ignatova, Goffinet & Fedosov

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Arctoa. 24: 16. 2015

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017593

Common Names

  • Dahurica Afoninia Moss
  • Dahurica Afoninia
  • Afoninia Dahurica

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Description

Afoninia dahurica (also called Dahurian afoninia, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the Afoninia genus. It is a small, yellowish-green moss with a stem that is up to 5 cm tall. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Afoninia dahurica is a moss species that is used as a decorative plant in gardens and terrariums. It is also used to create a natural habitat for small animals and insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Afoninia dahurica is small and inconspicuous, with a single yellow anther and a single white stigma. The seed is a small, black, oblong capsule, containing a single seed. The seedling is a small, green, heart-shaped plant, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Afoninia dahurica is a small, tufted grass that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, acidic soils and is tolerant of shade. It is best grown in partial shade and can tolerate full sun if kept moist. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Afoninia dahurica

Afoninia dahurica can be found in East Asia.

Species in the Afoninia genus

Species in the Funariaceae family

Brachymeniopsis gymnostoma, Bryobeckettia bartlettii, Clavitheca poeltii, Cygnicollum immersum, Entosthodon kroonkurk, Entosthodon abramovae, Entosthodon dagestanicus, Entosthodon stenophyllus, Entosthodon andicola, Entosthodon angustifolius, Entosthodon apophysatus, Entosthodon attenuatus, Entosthodon balansae, Entosthodon beccarii, Entosthodon bergianus, Entosthodon bolanderi, Entosthodon bonplandii, Entosthodon borbonicus, Entosthodon buseanus, Entosthodon californicus, Entosthodon cartilagineus, Entosthodon chiloensis, Entosthodon clavatus, Entosthodon commutatus, Entosthodon curviapiculatus, Entosthodon curvipes, Entosthodon deserticola, Entosthodon diversinervis, Entosthodon dixonii, Entosthodon dozyanus, Entosthodon drummondii, Entosthodon duriaei, Entosthodon fascicularis, Entosthodon handelii, Entosthodon hildebrandtii, Entosthodon hungaricus, Entosthodon hybridus, Entosthodon italicus, Entosthodon jamesonii, Entosthodon kochii, Entosthodon laxus, Entosthodon lepervanchei, Entosthodon limbatus, Entosthodon lindigii, Entosthodon marginatulus, Entosthodon mathewsii, Entosthodon mouretii, Entosthodon obtusifolius, Entosthodon obtusus, Entosthodon perrottetii,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100408726: Based on data supplied by Bryonames