Description
Brachythecium duemmeri (also called Duemmer's Brachythecium, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a small, tufted, yellow-green moss with a short stem and a few branches. It grows in moist, shady areas such as woods, meadows, and along streams and rivers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mikania neei is a small, white, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mikania neei is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in the spring in a pot filled with moist potting soil. Keep the soil moist and the seeds should germinate in about two weeks. To propagate from cuttings, take 4-6 inch cuttings in the spring or summer and place them in a pot filled with moist potting soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in about two weeks.
Where to Find Mikania neei
Mikania neei is endemic to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil, where it is found in the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo.